A driver who allegedly fled the scene of an accident is to appear in court on Friday (August 25) charged with multiple driving offences.

John Pink, 26, of Normanby Road, is suspected of driving a Ford Fiesta on Arundel Green that collided with a Suzuki Alto, before failing to stop at the scene. 

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In addition to fleeing the scene, Pink also faces charges for allegedly failing to provide a specimen for analysis, driving while disqualified and using a car without insurance.

All of the offences relate to an incident that allegedly took place on June 19 of this year.

He will appear at Teesside Magistrates' Court on Friday (August 25).