Stolen Vehicle Leads to Arrests in Salisbury East

Two people were arrested after allegedly driving a stolen car across the state at high speed.

Just before 7am on Saturday 3 May, police were alerted that a car stolen from a Cummins property, on the Eyre Peninsula, was being tracked by the owner.

The silver Kia was tracked as it travelled at extreme speeds across the Eyre Peninsula and through the Mid North of the State.

PolAir responded and headed to the area while police on the ground attempted to spike the vehicles tyres numerous times as it continued to head towards Adelaide.

The stolen Kia was located in Lysander Place, Salisbury East about midday and the two occupants ran from the vehicle.

It will be alleged the man discharged a small calibre firearm but was quickly apprehended by police. The man was taken to hospital for assessment prior to charging.

No shots were fired by police.

Fortunately, no police officers were injured during the incident.

The firearm has been seized by police.

A 31-year-old man and a 20-year-old woman were arrested and will be interviewed by police. Investigations are continuing.

Anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage of this vehicle that may assist the investigation is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au

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