VicPd were involved in a pursuit in Esquimalt involving a stolen vehicle today (Thurs). The beige Honda was reported stolen in the morning and was later spotted by officers at Old Esquimalt Road and Head Street.
When officers attempted to stop the car the driver took off, rapidly reversed, sideswiped a 2nd vehicle and collided with a 3rd stopped at the same red light. The fleeing Honda also hit a police officer approaching on foot. Neither the officer nor the drivers of the other cars were seriously hurt.
The Honda was found abandoned a few minutes later at Esquimalt Plaza. A 38 year old man who is known to police was arrested not far away.
He'll be in court Friday -- charges being recommended include dangerous driving, assault with a weapon, flight from police and driving while suspended.