A DRIVER was tasered by police in York last night after his car collided with traffic lights and then crashed through barriers into a trench.

North Yorkshire Police tweeted that the driver tried to drive away and then became so violent and aggressive when a breath test was requested that officers had to use a taser, PAVA spray and leg restraints.

They said the man was arrested for driving whilst unfit through drink/drugs, and blood was taken in custody for analysis.

They added: "A few officers with scrapes but no major injuries. Investigation ongoing."