Driver arrested for drug-related offenses in St Helens

A driver suspected of being under the influence of drugs nearly crashed into a police car in St Helens. The incident happened when Merseyside Police were patrolling the area and saw a van almost collide with stopped traffic. After pulling the van over, officers noticed the driver forgot to use the handbrake. This mistake caused the van to roll and come close to hitting a police vehicle. Police conducted a drug test on the driver, which returned positive for an unspecified substance. Following the test, the driver was arrested. Merseyside Police shared details of the incident on social media. They emphasized the risky behavior of the driver and the close call with their patrol car.