Man rammed by car in Coffs Harbour after fight on Bailey Avenue
Police allege a 29-year-old man drove towards another man and pinned him against a brick wall before fleeing the scene.
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A man remains in hospital after being rammed by a car in Coffs Harbour on Monday night.
Police have been told that around 10.45pm two men – aged 27 and 29 – were involved in an altercation at a home on Bailey Avenue, before the older man entered a vehicle nearby.
It’s alleged the 29-year-old drove towards the younger man and pinned him against a brick wall before fleeing the scene a short time later.
The younger man received injuries to his legs and was taken to Coffs Harbour Health Campus for surgery; he is reportedly in a stable condition.
Officers from Coffs/Clarence Police District attended and established a crime scene.
Following inquiries, a 29-year-old man was arrested about 9.25am on Tuesday on Walter Morris Close, Coffs Harbour.
He was taken to Coffs Harbour Police Station where he is assisting police with their inquiries.
As the investigation continues, police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who may have information which could assist police to contact Coffs Harbour Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or nsw.crimestoppers.com.au.
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