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Two men charged over theft of Audi recovered within an hour of being stolen

Police have charged two men in connection with the theft of a car which was recovered within an hour of it being taken after a pursuit.

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They were alerted to an Audi being stolen in Park Hill Road, Harborne at just before 1.50am on Monday morning.

Traffic officers spotted the stolen vehicle around 20 minutes later - but it made off - before coming to a stop in Merrivale Road, Bearwood.

A 40-year-old man was arrested and he has since been charged with theft of a motor vehicle, and driving offences including failing to stop and dangerous driving.

George Humphries, of no fixed abode, was remanded to appear at Birmingham Magistrates Court today.

A 38-year-old man was also detained nearby and has been charged with theft of a motor vehicle and going equipped for theft. He has been bailed to appear before magistrates next month.

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