Man charged after Umina Beach search

Arrest of Umina Beach man

A Umina Beach man has been refused bail until he faces court on charges related to domestic violence and fraud.

Officers from Brisbane Water Police District were patrolling the Umina Beach area at about 8pm on Thursday, August 11 when they spotted the man.

The 37-year-old was wanted on warrants for domestic violence and fraud offences.

He rode away from Police on a bicycle before dumping it and fleeing on foot.

More Police were called in to search the area for the man, including assistance from specialist Police attached to Northern Region Operation Utah and the Dog Unit.

The man was located by Police in a yard on Railway St and arrested.

He was taken Gosford Police Station where he was charged with the arrest warrants and refused bail until his court appearance later in August.

Source:
Brisbane Water Police