Shortly after 10am this morning two people in a vehicle came to the attention of Police due to the way their car was being driven near Victor Street and Great North Road.
Police signalled for the vehicle to stop.
“The driver failed to do so and fled, ramming a Police vehicle, then continuing to flee. Thankfully, no Police staff were injured and there was only minor damage to the vehicle”, said Inspector Keki Wilson.
“The Police Eagle helicopter was tasked and assisted in locating and tracking the vehicle which was, by this stage, near St Lukes mall.
“The passenger exited the vehicle and was taken into custody.
“The driver continued to flee in the vehicle and then on foot, with a Police dog unit close behind, monitored by Eagle.
“A 33-year-old man was arrested in the St Lukes Mall carpark.
“Enquiries are ongoing into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“Police encourage members of the public to report any unsafe driving they see on our roads this Easter holiday weekend.
“Police are maintaining a high level of visibility on our roads and appreciate any reports that will help us to enforce the law. We have a clear focus on reducing road trauma.
“We encourage all road users to be safe on our roads.”
