Machete found inside 'stolen' Ford Fiesta as driver flees scene

Black CountryWalsallPolice attempted to stop the car in Walsall08:45, 30 Jul 2026A machete was found inside a Ford Fiesta which was being driven in the Black Country, police have said.‌The vehicle had reportedly been stolen and officers attempted to stop the driver.‌Instead, they 'made off' away from police and a chase ensued.‌READ MORE: Inside the 'unhappy' West Midlands town where locals say there's 'no money left'Get breaking news on BirminghamLive WhatsApp, click the link to joinThe driver then left the vehicle and fled away from the scene.‌A search of the car uncovered a machete and class A drugs in quantities big enough for dealing.The driver was arrested later in the day following enquiries, a spokesperson for West Midlands Police said.They added: "#RoadCrimeTeam officers saw this c