Arrest as earthmover stolen and driven across Wolverhampton

A man has been arrested after a 24-tonne (24,000 kg) earthmover was stolen from Staffordshire and driven through Wolverhampton city centre and on to a dual carriageway.

West Midlands Police said they were alerted to the construction vehicle after it crossed the border into Wolverhampton just before 17:40 GMT.

The force said it damaged road surfaces and after moving through the city centre, was driven onto the A4150 dual carriageway, before coming to a stop on New Road, Willenhall, at 20:15.

A 41-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of drink driving, dangerous driving, threat to damage or destroy property, theft, and failing to stop.