Muddy man seen in cuffs after ‘jumping into River Thames’ to escape police

A topless man is held by police on the banks of the River Thames (Picture: @Ethan_Connelly)

A driver allegedly dived into the River Thames to try and flee police who chased him for ten miles.

Police chased a car from Heathrow all the way to Kew Bridge with the pursuit ending in a three-car crash.

Shortly after a suspect was reportedly seen jumping into the River Thames with police in pursuit.

A topless man was pictured being detained by officers who caught up with him on the muddy banks of the landmark river at 2pm on Sunday.

Met Police said a ...