Man arrested: Coffs Harbour policeman fractures leg after rider allegedly flees scene
A Coffs Harbour policeman suffered injuries after a motorbike rider allegedly hit him before fleeing the scene. A 19-year-old man has since been arrested. Here’s what we know.
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Following reports of cars being broken into, a Coffs Harbour policeman suffered injuries after a motorbike rider allegedly drove at the officer before fleeing the scene.
Police were attending King St, after reports of cars being broken into around 4am on Friday when confronted by a man on a motorbike.
They allege the rider then drove at a 24-year-old constable, striking his leg before escaping.
A 19-year-old man, the rider of the motorbike was arrested a short time later nearby.
The constable was treated by NSW Ambulance before being treated at Coffs Harbour Health Campus for a fracture to his leg.
A crime scene has been established by officers attached the Crash Investigation Unit.
The public is urged to come forward with any information or contact Crime Stoppers in 1800 333 000.
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Originally published as Man arrested: Coffs Harbour policeman fractures leg after rider allegedly flees scene
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