Man arrested after Morda crash over drink or drug driving

West Mercia Police said they attended a crash on Weston Road in Morda on September 27.

Police said a man was detained following a "short foot pursuit" from the scene.

A vehicle was seized and controlled drugs recovered after a collision and short foot chase in Morda on Sunday morning. (Image: West Mercia Police)

(Image: West Mercia Police)

In a statement, Oswestry and Ellesmere Police said: "Response and Safer Neighbourhood Team officers attended a road traffic collision on Weston Road, Morda, this morning.

"Following a short foot pursuit, a male was arrested on suspicion of driving whilst unfit through drink or drugs."

Officers also carried out searches in the surrounding area.

Police said controlled drugs were found and seized, while the vehicle involved in the collision was also seized.

The force said the incident demonstrated its "zero-tolerance approach" to drug driving and the use and supply of controlled drugs.

They added: "Drug driving puts lives at risk and will not be tolerated."

No details about injuries or any charges have been released.

Anyone with information about drug-related activity or suspected drug driving is asked to contact their local Safer Neighbourhood Team or Crimestoppers.