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[–] Technoworcester@lemm.ee 4 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago)

Just as an FYI for anyone reading this UK (not sure about mainland Europe) do not, I repeat do not follow the advice about staying in the car at the start with your hands palm up.

USA cops seem more concerned re guns (which I get) while UK cops are more concerned about you starting the car and fucking off which will cause a chase.

UK cops want you OUT of the car ASAP.

Search videos on YouTube etc to see the difference on how a car chase ends in the UK for context.