A Mazda 3 was spotted driving recklessly through the Blackpool and Thornton-Cleveleys areas on Sunday, February 9.<br /><br />The driver was seen overtaking dangerously, swerving onto the wrong side of the road and colliding with other vehicles.<br /><br />Officers spotted the car in Blackpool at around 5pm which which led to a brief pursuit. <br /><br />During the chase, the driver reached speeds exceeding 70mph in 30mph zones, running several red lights along the way.<br /><br />The vehicle eventually crashed and all three occupants fled the scene. <br /><br />They were quickly apprehended nearby and the driver was identified.