A man has been charged after shots were allegedly fired at police following a pursuit on the Mid North Coast.
About 2.15am (Saturday 24 May 2025), officers attached to Mid North Coast Police District attempted to stop a Subaru Impreza on Giinagay Way, Valla, north of Nambucca Heads.
The Subaru failed to stop, and a pursuit was initiated before being terminated shortly after due to safety concerns.
Police continued to patrol the area and re-engaged the pursuit after the Subaru was seen turning onto Jellico Street, Macksville before crashing and becoming bogged.
The driver fled and hid under a nearby house with police establishing a perimeter, as a number of shots were allegedly discharged towards officers.
The residence was evacuated, and specialist police resources attended to assist.
Following negotiations, the 30-year-old man was arrested about 9am without incident and taken to Kempsey Police Station.
A crime scene was established and an investigation into the incident commenced.
Following inquiries, the 30-year-old man was charged with five offences – police pursuit – not stop – drive dangerously, discharged firearm intend cause grievous bodily harm (two counts), use offensive weapon to prevent lawful detention and unlicensed driver.
The man was refused bail to appear before Parramatta Local Court tomorrow (Sunday 25 May 2025).
