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15-Year-Old Charged After Police Chase of Stolen Car on Edinburgh's Princes Street

A 15-year-old boy was charged after a police chase involving a stolen car on Edinburgh's Princes Street early Tuesday. The road was closed until 05:40 with public transport diverted.

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Getty Images A general view of Princes Street looking from Calton Hill.

Teen Arrested Following Police Chase in Edinburgh

A 15-year-old boy was apprehended after a police pursuit involving a stolen vehicle in Edinburgh. The incident occurred on Princes Street at approximately 04:00 on Tuesday morning.

The teenager, who was driving the stolen car, fled the scene but was subsequently caught by officers after a "short pursuit."

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He has been charged with multiple road traffic offences. The road was closed until around 05:40, during which time buses and trams were diverted to alternative routes.

A Police Scotland spokesperson stated:

"He would be reported to the relevant authorities and inquiries were ongoing."

This article was sourced from bbc

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