A 28-YEAR-OLD man was arrested on suspicion of multiple driving offences in Trowbridge yesterday.

Officers attempted to stop an Audi A1 in West Ashton Road, at approximately 9pm on Monday (February 25) after it was seen to be driving at excessive speed.

The driver initially failed to stop for the marked police car, which had its lights illuminated and sirens on.

He then drove into Soprano Way and in to a cul-de-sac where he was quickly detained.

The man was arrested on suspicion of drug driving, failing to stop and driving whilst disqualified.

He was taken to Melksham custody for questioning and has since been released under investigation while enquiries continue, including submitting blood samples for testing.

Anyone who witnessed a blue Audi A1 being driven in the West Ashton Road or Soprano Way area on Monday evening, or anyone who has dash cam footage, should call 101 and quote crime reference number 54190019215.