Man released by police under investigation after Downing Street crash

Police at the scene after a car collided with the gates of Downing Street (James Manning/PA)

A man who was arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and dangerous driving after a car crashed into the gates of Downing Street has been released under investigation.

The 43-year-old was detained by armed officers after the collision involving a silver Kia at 4.20pm on Thursday.