A police officer was injured after being struck by a driver of a stolen vehicle in Havelock North. Photo / FileA 25-year-old man alleged to have driven through a Havelock North police checkpoint in a car that struck and injured a police officer is now facing a number of charges. Police were on Saturday carrying out an impairment checkpoint on Porter Dr about 8.40pm when a vehicle pulled into the checkpoint. A spokesperson said the driver of what police said was a stolen car failed to stop and struck an officer. The arrested man has been charged with injuring with intent, failing to stop when followed, being an unlicensed driver failing to comply with prohibition, and operating a motor vehicle recklessly.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 01, 2021 01:02 UTC