Stolen van's reckless 100mph attempt to escape police that left cyclist injured

NewsGreater Manchester NewsBoltonThe pursuit came to a sudden stop at a pedestrian crossing14:21, 14 Aug 2026Racing at dangerous speeds, failing to hit the brakes at red traffic lights and forcing a pedestrian to run for safety - this was the reckless moment the driver of a stolen van tried to evade police.‌The vehicle reached speeds of up to 100mph during a pursuit through Bolton, Wigan and Chorley on Wednesday (August 14). At one point, the van could be seen clipping a roundabout and narrowly avoiding a car.‌The driver's luck finally ran out when the van mounted a pedestrian crossing and hit a stationary car. Greater Manchester Police says it received a 999 call at 6.23pm on Wednesday about a van containing parcels worth around £1,000 being stolen in Bolton.‌Click here to get the biggest