A MAN has been arrested in the early hours of the morning after allegedly leading police on a chase through Tamworth in stolen car.
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Police homed in on the 22-year-old just after 2:15am on April 15, when they attempted to stop a Toyota Prado on Hillvue Road.
When the vehicle allegedly failed to stop, a pursuit was sparked before the Prado collided with a gutter on Rodgers Road.
It's alleged the car was stolen from a home on Gorman Street in the hours before the chase.
The 22-year-old allegedly fled from the car and a foot pursuit was initiated.
Officers arrested the 22-year-old after a short chase and transported him to Tamworth Police Station where he was charged with a string of property related offences.
He was charged with take and drive conveyance without consent of owner; police pursuit not stop drive recklessly; and entering enclosed land without a lawful excuse.
The 22-year-old is also accused of destroying or damaging property; possessing house breaking implements; never licenced person drive; and breaching his bail.
The 22-year-old was refused police bail to front Tamworth Local Court on Monday.
Tess Kelly
Tess Kelly is a journalist at the Northern Daily Leader, reporting mostly on court, while keeping tabs on all the happenings of the region. Story tips can be sent to tess.kelly@austcommunitymedia.com.au
Tess Kelly is a journalist at the Northern Daily Leader, reporting mostly on court, while keeping tabs on all the happenings of the region. Story tips can be sent to tess.kelly@austcommunitymedia.com.au
