Two police officers sustained injuries when a vehicle repeatedly struck their patrol car during an incident on the Glen Road in west Belfast just before midnight on Tuesday. The officers had been on routine patrol when they observed a silver Nissan Juke travelling at excessive speed along the road.
Both officers attended hospital for medical assessment and treatment on Wednesday morning following the collision. Two men were apprehended at the scene and have since been charged in connection with the incident.
The first suspect, aged 39, faces multiple charges including dangerous driving, operating a motor vehicle without a valid driving licence, using a vehicle without proper insurance cover, attempted grievous bodily harm with intent, and failing to provide a breath specimen for analysis while suspected of driving under the influence.
The second suspect, aged 44, has been charged with possession of a Class A controlled substance.
This incident reflects an ongoing pattern of violence and dangerous behaviour directed at police officers in the Belfast area. A similar case in July 2026 involved a 38-year-old man charged with dangerous driving and related offences following a hit-and-run and subsequent police pursuit in Belfast, demonstrating the recurring nature of such offences against law enforcement personnel in the region.
Court appearance and next steps
Both men are scheduled to appear before Belfast Magistrates' Court on Wednesday, 23 September. Following standard procedure, the Public Prosecution Service will conduct a full review of all charges before any further proceedings take place.
Key Facts
- Incident occurred just before midnight on Tuesday on Glen Road, west Belfast
- Two police officers injured and treated at hospital on Wednesday morning
- 39-year-old charged with dangerous driving, driving without licence, no insurance, attempted grievous bodily harm with intent, and failing to provide specimen
- 44-year-old charged with Class A drug possession
- Both defendants due in court on 23 September
