Melbourne police chase: Man charged after fleeing, loaded gun and thousands in cash found
A man has been charged after allegedly leading police on a dramatic late-night chase through Melbourne that ended with officers recovering a loaded firearm and $2000 in cash.
The incident began about 12.15am when detectives spotted an allegedly speeding Mercedes travelling along the Nepean Highway at Brighton East.
When officers attempted to intercept the vehicle, which police alleged was stolen the driver refused to stop and sped away.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.The car was monitored as it travelled into Melbourne’s north-western suburbs before the driver dumped the vehicle in the carpark of a business on Rosamund Road in Maribyrnong about 12.40am.
Police allege the man fled on foot and tossed a bag into nearby bushes as he ran.
Officers chased him down and arrested the 22-year-old Truganina man.
The Dog Squad was called in and a police canine quickly located the discarded bag, which allegedly contained a loaded gun and $2000 in cash.
The man was interviewed by detectives and later charged with firearm offences, theft of a motor vehicle, driving with cloned plates, failing to stop when directed, dangerous driving, and driving as an unsupervised learner without displaying L plates.
He has been bailed to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on January 16.
