Monday 14 February 2022

Alleged Drunk Driver In Stolen Car Arrested In Newcastle

 BY IAN CROUCH

A man is due to front Newcastle court on Monday accused of driving a stolen car while intoxicated.

Police say a Toyota Prado stolen from Sydney was spotted heading north on the M1 just before 7.00pm on Sunday.

Officers followed the vehicle down Newcastle and Griffiths Road before the SUV stopped near McDonald Jones Stadium.

The 26-year-old driver and his 16 female passenger were arrested.

He's facing several charges including being carried in a stolen car and breach of bail.

The girl was granted bail to face Windsor Children's Court at a later date.