Major police car crash shuts down Perth city centre street

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A road in Perth city centre has been shut down after a serious crash involving a police car. Emergency services descended on the scene at Princes Street following the crash at around 2.35pm on Tuesday afternoon, April 23, with fire crews reportedly trying to rescue a person trapped in the police car.

Police officers remain at the scene and the Scottish Ambulance Service has also been pictured at the scene. It is unknown if there are any injuries at this time.Eyewitnesses have said that police were chasing another vehicle when the incident happened.Princes Street, between Canal Street and Victoria Street, is closed and motorists have been advised to avoid the area.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. A statement from Police Scotland Tayside on Facebook said: "Princes Street, between Canal Street and Victoria Street, in Perth is closed due to a road crash involving a police vehicle, which happened around 2.35pm on Tuesday, 23 April, 2024. "Police remain at the scene and enquiries