Man arrested after shots fired at police following pursuit - Macksville

Saturday, 24 May 2025 10:34:41 AM

A man has been arrested after shots were fired at police following a pursuit on the Mid North Coast overnight.

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 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 has been established as inquiries continue.

Anyone with information about whereabouts is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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