NSW police vehicle rammed, search for driver continues

A search is underway to locate the driver of a vehicle after a police car was rammed on the Central Coast overnight.

About 9.30pm (Sunday 24 May 2020), officers from Brisbane Water Police District were patrolling Erina, when they noticed a Nissan Elgrand driving erratically.

When police attempted to stop the Nissan on Sherwood Drive, Springfield, it stopped momentarily, before reversing into the front of the police vehicle. The Nissan drove forward, before reversing into the police car a second time.

The Nissan drove a short distance and conducted a U-turn, before reversing into the front of the police vehicle a third time and fleeing the scene.

The two male senior constables in the vehicle were uninjured and called for assistance.

The Nissan was located nearby on Willow road a short time later. A perimeter was established, and with assistance from the Dog Unit and PolAir, a search commenced to locate the driver of the vehicle – who is still outstanding.

As investigations continue, anyone who may have information are urged to contact Gosford Police Station on (02) 4323 5599 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Inquiries continue.

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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