Perth man accused of driving at 200km/h and threatening police with gun during routine stop

A man who allegedly pulled out a gun and sped away at insane speeds after being stopped by police has been charged with a slate of offences.

A Perth man’s early morning drive escalated quickly when he allegedly brandished a gun at police before speeding away at up to 200km/h.

Police allege they tried to stop a Hyundai Tucson wagon driven by the 39-year-old about 7.25am on Monday after it was caught allegedly displaying false plates.

The East Perth man failed to stop, instead allegedly brandished a gun and took off from Gibson Rd in Beechboro at speeds of up to 200km/h.

The East Perth man allegedly hit speeds of up to 200km/h. Picture: WA Police

He continued through various suburbs before coming to a stop by crashing into bushland at the T-junction of Taylor and Rowley roads in Bunjup.

WA Police Air Wing swiftly directed officers to his location.

The gun was recovered in Beechboro.

The man was charged with nine offences, including reckless driving to escape pursuit by police, unlicensed person possess firearm and drove a vehicle with forged, replica or false plates.

He is due to face Midlands Magistrates Court on Tuesday.

Originally published as Perth man accused of driving at 200km/h and threatening police with gun during routine stop