A 24-YEAR-OLD man was arrested after a woman police officer was allegedly headbutted during a struggle after a foot chase.
Officers on patrol performed a stop check on Prescot Park Way on Tuesday afternoon (July 23).
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Police say that during the incident, they attempted to search a man who made off, allegedly discarding a quantity of cannabis.
The suspect was pursued on foot and detained a short distance away.
During this time a woman officer was allegedly headbutted during a struggle with the suspect.
A 24-year-old man from Whiston was arrested in connection with the incident.
Police say the man remains in custody as the investigation continues.
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