A detective was trapped inside a suspected stolen car as the driver allegedly sped off during an arrest in Melbourne’s north.
She had confronted the 30-year-old driver on Friday as part of a shoplifting investigation at Northland Shopping Centre.
Police claim the driver sped through local streets before crashing into a parked vehicle on Mansfield Street. Supplied
The officer approached a grey Toyota sedan in Thornbury about 7.20pm and reached through the driver’s door when police say he took off.
Her arm was pinned inside the car.
Police say the officer was forced to throw herself on top of the driver to avoid being dragged along.
A second officer was thrown to the ground as the car raced off, injuring his hand, elbow, and shoulder.
Police say they’re now looking for a second man who fled on foot. 9News
Police claim the driver sped through streets with the detective stuck inside.
They say the driver struggled to regain control and crashed into a parked vehicle on Mansfield Street.
The detective then managed to restrain the man with the help of a passer-by.
The man, from Bundoora, was taken to hospital under police guard.
The detective wasn’t hurt.
Police are looking for a second man who fled on foot.
Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.