Lower Hutt motorcyclist seriously injured after fleeing police

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A motorcyclist sustained serious leg injuries after they crashed into a fence in Lower Hutt last night. Photo / NZME

A motorcyclist is in serious condition after crashing while fleeing from police in Lower Hutt last night.

Police observed the motorist riding in a dangerous manner on Fairway Dr before they turned onto Taita Dr about 10.30pm, said Hutt Valley Area Commander Inspector Wade Jennings.

The motorcyclist allegedly accelerated
and overtook another vehicle before they failed to turn a corner and crashed into a fence, said Jennings.

The incident occurred before police signalled the rider to stop, he said.