Police officer seriously hurt and in hospital after being run over during tactical stop in Leeds

A police officer has been seriously injured after being dragged under a car during a tactical stop in Leeds. The incident happened close to the Wykebeck Arms public house in the city.

Footage shows the officer being dragged by the car after the driver attempted to escape, reversing over a green central reservation. 

The terrifying footage showed the officer attempting to open the car door to detain the driver who made an effort to escape.

The suspect's car had been followed by police and intercepted in a tactical stop. 

Despite being boxed in, the suspect attempted to escape, dragging one officer underneath his car. 

West Yorkshire Police said: 'Shortly after 1.15pm today, a Seat Ibiza failed to stop for a roads policing unit and was pursued before being brought to a stop a few minutes later on Selby Road, Leeds.

'The occupants of the vehicle were arrested and whilst being detained a police officer sustained injuries and was taken to hospital.

'Enquiries remain ongoing which necessitated the road being closed for a short time.

'A second vehicle not involved in the pursuit was also damaged in the incident.'

More to follow.