A local police officer was injured during a dramatic arrest following pursuit of stolen Toyota across the Northern Beaches today, 30 November.




A routine police patrol turned into a dramatic chase across Dee Why, Collaroy and Narrabeen this morning, ending with an alleged car thief making a desperate bid to escape by plunging into water at Narrabeen.




The incident began around 10.50am when officers on patrol on the North Shore spotted a white Toyota Corolla – reported stolen – cruising along Brook Street in Naremburn. 




When police signalled the driver to pull over, the vehicle allegedly sped off, sparking a pursuit through the suburban streets. However, concerns for public safety forced officers to terminate the chase, allowing the vehicle to disappear from sight.


Police officer holding a bag full of contents found in the car. Photo: Jack Kelly

But the alleged offender’s freedom was short-lived.




Officers from Northern Beaches Police Area Command soon located the Toyota on Pittwater Road in Narrabeen. As police moved in, the driver – a man believed to be in his 20s – bolted from the vehicle and made a stunning dash into nearby water.




What followed was a foot pursuit that saw officers give chase, culminating in the man’s arrest. 






A raptor squad officer was treated for a dislocated shoulder after apprehending the perpetrator



The dramatic takedown came at a cost, however, with one raptor officer sustaining a suspected dislocated shoulder during the struggle. NSW Ambulance paramedics treated the officer at the scene.




The arrested man was transported to Manly Police Station, where he remains in custody as investigations continue.





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