“The Mazda has then reversed into the front of the patrol vehicle before taking off and heading at speed back towards the city.”
Mowat said the vehicle continued south along State Highway 1, despite police signalling for it to stop.
“The vehicle was then spiked after exiting at Drury, before coming to a stop near Young Crescent and the driver was quickly taken into custody without incident.
“It’s incredibly lucky that the only damage was to a vehicle and no one was hurt.”
A 21-year-old man has been charged with failing to stop, reckless driving and failing to comply with prohibition.
He was set to appear in Auckland District Court today.