Four teenagers have been charged following an alleged high-speed chase on the A90.

Three police cars were reportedly damaged in the pursuit between Peterhead and Blackdog from 9am on Monday, along with five other vehicles.

A Mercedes A180 reported missing earlier in the day from Aberdeen was later recovered in Blackdog and four teenagers were taken into custody.

Three boys aged 15, 16 and 17, and a 16-year-old girl are expected to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Tuesday.

A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "Police Scotland can confirm that three males and a female have been charged in connection with an incident on the A90.

"They are expected to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court today."