West Midlands Police officers attempted to stop a suspected stolen car, a Ford Focuson May Street in Bloxwich at around 3.10pm on Tuesday.

The vehicle sped away from the officers before hitting another police car and hitting two other cars.

The driver ran from the car before being apprehended a short distance away. A Ford Focus, suspected to be stolen, was found parked nearby.

A woman in one of the cars hit was taken to the hospital to be checked out.

Police arrested a 38-year-old man on suspicion of robbery, dangerous driving, failure to stop and theft.

He remains in police custody.

A force spokesman said: “We know the impact of vehicle crime on our communities and will continue to identify and arrest suspects.

“Enquiries are ongoing, anyone with information is asked to get in touch via Live Chat or by calling 101 quoting log 3075 of October 29.”