Man rescued after falling down bank while fleeing police in Cambridge
Friday 9 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated 
A man is in custody after allegedly stealing a car and fleeing from police on foot in Cambridge on Friday. After abandoning the vehicle, the man fell down a bank, requiring a rescue operation involving the Police Eagle helicopter.
Key facts
3 facts
- Man arrested in Cambridge after car theft and fall
- Stolen vehicle reported at 10.45am Friday
- Suspect located near Bryce Street at 3pm
The full story
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A man was arrested on Friday afternoon after allegedly stealing a car and fleeing from police in Cambridge. The individual was located near Bryce Street at approximately 3pm after falling down a bank.
Police were first notified of a stolen vehicle at around 10.45am on Friday. The vehicle was spotted about half an hour later, but the driver abandoned the car and ran when signalled to stop.
The Police Eagle helicopter assisted ground units during the search for the man. Following his arrest, an ambulance assessed his injuries at the scene before he was taken to hospital for further assessment.
Compiled from reports by Waikato Times and Stuff.