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How risky are police chases?
Police pursuits are inherently dangerous, leading to hundreds of injuries and dozens of deaths annually in the UK. Officers must weigh the risk to the public against the need to apprehend suspects. This Bristol incident highlights the tragic potential consequences when a chase ends in a fatal crash.
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