VIDEO: High-speed police chase in the Canary Islands goes viral


  • Canarian Weekly
  • 01-07-2024
  • Gran Canaria
  • Photo Credit: Social Drive
  • Video Credit: Social Drive
VIDEO: High-speed police chase in the Canary Islands goes viral

In a scene reminiscent of a Hollywood movie, a high-speed chase involving a white van and multiple police cars took place in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, in Gran Canaria. This latest pursuit has quickly gone viral on social media thanks to Social Drive.

As you can see in the video below, the dramatic chase shows the white van, driven by a resident of Telde, being closely pursued by several Local Police and Guardia Civil patrol cars. The footage reveals tense moments as the van weaves through traffic, endangering other drivers and pedestrians.

The pursuit began at the Cruce de Sardina junction and concluded in Sardina del Sur, where one of the police cars successfully overtook and intercepted the van. Following the interception, officers sprang into action and arrested the driver.

The incident highlights the risks and challenges faced by the police in ensuring public safety during high-speed pursuits, and highlights the importance of responsible driving to prevent such dangerous situations.

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