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19-year-old arrested after allegedly evading police in car

August 11, 2025 9:09 am in by
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A 19-year-old man will face court today (August 11), after allegedly leading police on a pursuit in Palmerston overnight.

Authorities say they detected a car driving over the speed limit on Elrundie Avenue towards Durack at around midnight, and attempted to stop him.

It’s further alleged the driver refused to stop, leading police on a short pursuit before crashing while attempting to overtake another vehicle.

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After taking a police test the 19-year-old allegedly tested positive for the drug THC.

He has been charged with a string of offences and has been remanded to face court today.

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