BY IAN CROUCH
A man is due to face Raymond Terrace Local Court today accused of leading police on a high speed pursuit through the Port Stephens area.
Officers noticed a Toyota Hilux on Government Road at Nelson Bay late on Saturday night and directed the driver to stop as he was wanted on outstanding warrants.
But the ute took off with police in pursuit, allegedly reaching speeds of 130 km/h.
Officers cornered the vehicle in Ferodale Road at Medowie and police say the driver reversed into two police cars before running off .
The 38-year-old was tracked down by the Polair helicopter and was arrested in bushland.
It's alleged a homemade firearm, starter pistol, metamphetamine and stolen jewellery were found in the ute.
