On early Tuesday morning, a police patrol in Vegårshei attempted to stop a vehicle for a routine check at around 1:48 AM. However, the driver did not comply, leading to a chase towards Sundebru. After approximately 10 kilometers, the pursuit was abandoned temporarily as the police switched to tracking the car's route. The situation escalated when the fleeing vehicle came back towards the police patrol and collided with the police car at low speed.

The arrested driver, a man in his 30s, was the only occupant in the vehicle and did not injure anyone during the incident. After being apprehended, he was taken into custody. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported, but the police vehicle sustained significant damage and was rendered inoperable, prompting the need for it to be towed away.

This incident highlights the risks and challenges faced by law enforcement during vehicle pursuits, particularly concerning the safety of both the officers involved and the public. It underscores the importance of following police instructions during traffic stops and the potential consequences of engaging in reckless driving.