PSNI search for driver who rammed police car before fleeing towards Donegal

Police in Derry are searching for the driver of a car that was involved in the ramming of a police car before it fled towards the border with Donegal.

PSNI officers attempted to stop what was believed to be a stolen car in the Clon Elagh area of the city at approximately 6.15pm on Sunday when the driver failed to stop.

Following a short pursuit, the driver of the grey-coloured Ford Focus stopped suddenly before reversing into the police vehicle, injuring two officers. The suspect vehicle then made off towards the border.

Superintendent Brannigan said: “This vehicle was, in effect, used as a weapon against our officers. It is unacceptable that those working to keep their community safe should be targeted in this way.

“The police vehicle sustained damage and will now be off the road for repairs, which impacts on the local community. Those responsible should expect to be brought before the courts to face the consequences of their actions.

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“Our enquiries are ongoing and we would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time, or who may have information on the whereabouts of the vehicle, which is likely to be bearing significant damage, to contact us on 101 quoting reference 1232 of 16/03/25. You can also submit a report online using our non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport.  Or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org."