Late on Saturday evening, Helsinki police were involved in a chase in Tattariharju, where a driver attempted to evade arrest by fleeing from a police patrol. The pursuit lasted several minutes and included multiple police units responding to the incident. The driver was reported to be speeding excessively and created dangerous situations during the escape. Eventually, the chase ended when the car ran off the road on Koskelantie, at which point the driver fled on foot.

In the search for the driver, police deployed tracking dogs and a drone to aid in locating him. Authorities suspect the driver of serious traffic safety violations and driving under the influence. According to preliminary information from the police, the suspect is an adult foreign male who does not possess a Finnish driving license, raising concerns about his legal status in the country.

This incident highlights ongoing issues with traffic violations and the challenges law enforcement faces in apprehending suspects engaged in reckless driving. While police continue to search for the driver, the case underscores the importance of road safety and adherence to traffic laws, particularly in urban areas where high-speed chases can endanger both the public and the officers involved.