A driver has sparked a manhunt through Paisley after failing to stop for police and abandoning their car
A police helicopter and a number of traffic officers were on the hunt for the runaway car this morning after it failed to stop in the town's Hurlet Road.
Officers had requested the blue Honda pull over around 10.40am in the town, prompting the driver to take off.
The car was found abandoned more than four miles away in Paisley's Glenfield Road, with the driver and other occupants having fled the scene on foot.
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It's understood a significant search of the area took place, including a police helicopter which could be seen and heard circling the area earlier this afternoon.
Pictures show the car parked in the middle of the road, with a number of officers searching the scene nearby,
Police are continuing their search for the suspects and are urging anyone who may have witnessed the driver or any other passengers run off to get in touch.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 10,40am on Wednesday, 9 March, a car failed to stop for officers when signalled to do so at Hurlet Road in Paisley.
“The vehicle was then abandoned in the Glenfield Road area and the occupants made off on foot.
“A search of the area has been carried out and enquiries are ongoing."
If anyone has information regarding the vehicle occupants identity or dashcam footage of the manner of driving they are asked to phone Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference 0874 of 9 March or Crimestoppers 0800 555 111.”
