Dubbo: E-bike rider seriously injured after allegedly fleeing police on Whylandra St

A police pursuit in Dubbo was brought to a halt when an alleged fleeing e-bike rider plunged off an embankment and smashed into a creek bed, leaving him with serious injuries.

The police chase occurred on Whylandra St, Dubbo. Picture: Google Maps

A police pursuit in Dubbo was brought to a halt when an alleged fleeing e-bike rider plunged off an embankment and smashed into a creek bed, leaving him with serious injuries.

The chase began just after 3am on Friday, when Orana Mid-Western Police officers attempted to stop the 41-year-old rider on Whylandra St.

He allegedly failed to stop, initiating a police chase through local streets.

Minutes later, the 41-year-old rider lost control, plunging off an embankment and hitting the creek bed.

The officers provided immediate aid before NSW Ambulance paramedics took him to Dubbo Base Hospital in a serious condition with extensive chest and leg injuries.

A crime scene was established, with Crash Investigation Unit specialists also examining the site.

A critical incident team from Central West Police District will investigate the circumstance surrounding the incident, with an independent review to follow.

Police are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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