Driver arrested after allegedly fleeing police in south Auckland

Monday 31 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 31 Aug, 9:50am

A 25-year-old man has been charged with dangerous driving and failing to stop after allegedly fleeing police in Manurewa on Sunday night. Officers used a police dog and helicopter to track the suspect from an abandoned vehicle to a bedroom in Clover Park, where he was found hiding.

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9:43am

1. StuffMon 31 Aug, 9:43am

   Alleged fleeing driver found hiding in bedroom after police dog tracks scent (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsMon 31 Aug, 9:50am

   Driver who allegedly fled police, ran red light arrested in bedroom (opens in new tab)