A POLICE chase ended in a car crash in the city's Pacific Quay area today.

It is understood that a white van was being pursued by officers in a marked police vehicle when the crash happened at Pacific Drive.

A witness told The Evening Times that the police car pulled in front of the van it was pursuing. The van driver then allegedly hit the police car. The witness added that a second police car then collided with the back of the van.

The Evening Times also understands that the driver of the white van was seen being taken away by police at the scene. Police Scotland has been contacted for the comment.

Pictures from the aftermath show cops surrounding the white vehicle.

Following the crash, traffic cops attended the scene to launch an investigation.

Damage to one of the police vehicles

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As they began their probe, two police cars at the scene showed visible signs of damage. One of the vehicles had damage to its bumper while another was hit at the rear. A recovery vehicle was parked within the cordon to the take the vehicles away for evidence.

Meanwhile, the white van had one tyre which had completely blown out. The vehicle also showed signs of having been involved in a crash with debris lying all across the road.

It appeared like police were boxing the van in

Traffic travelling up from the Plantation area towards Govan Road was being diverted by officers who had closed off the road.

A spokesperson for the force confirmed officers were in attendence.