A dramatic police pursuit unfolded in Vantaa's Pakkala district on Wednesday. Multiple police patrols chased a light-colored passenger car at high speeds according to eyewitness accounts.
Video evidence shows at least three police vans and a motorcycle officer responding with emergency lights near the Jumbo shopping center. The chase concluded near Aviapolis railway station when a police vehicle collided with the fleeing car, forcing it to stop.
Approximately five police units were present at the stopping location. The Eastern Uusimaa Police Command Center confirmed the pursuit ended with the fleeing driver's apprehension.
Criminal charges will be specified as the investigation progresses. Police confirmed no injuries occurred during the operation.
This incident highlights the risks police face during high-speed pursuits in urban areas. The decision to use force to stop the vehicle prevented potential danger to other road users.
Vantaa, part of the Helsinki metropolitan area, frequently sees police activity due to its population density and transportation networks. The Aviapolis district serves as a major transport hub near Helsinki Airport.