Man injured in motorcycle crash at Raymond Terrace, NSW

A man is recovering in hospital following a police pursuit in the state’s Hunter region.

About 12am today (Thursday 27 August 2020), officers attached to Port Stephens-Hunter Police District were travelling along Port Stephens Street in Raymond Terrace when they attempted to stop a Suzuki motorbike.

It’s alleged the motorbike failed to stop and officers initiated a pursuit.

Shortly after, the bike hit a gutter at a roundabout at the intersection of Port Stephens Street and Bourke Street

The rider, a 29-year-old man, was treated at the scene before being taken to John Hunter Hospital for treatment to a serious leg injury.

He remains at the hospital under police guard in a stable condition.

An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash has commenced.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.

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