Biker charged over police pursuit

A man has beens refused bail until his appearance in Wyong Local Court over a police pursuit at Bateau Bay.

Police allege that at about 8.25pm on Thursday, October 24, they attempted to stop a motorcycle on Rotherham St, Bateau Bay.

The motorcycle, which was not displaying a registration plate, allegedly failed to stop as directed and a pursuit was initiated.

The rider lost control of the motorcycle and fell from the bike before being arrested a short time later.

A subsequent search of the man allegedly revealed an extendable baton, a vial of a substance believed to be GHB and an envelope containing $12,000 of counterfeit currency.

The 36-year-old man was taken to Wyong Police Station where he was charged with police pursuit – not stop – drive at speed; unlicensed for class; drive conveyance taken without consent of owner; and possess or use a prohibited weapon without permit.

Inquiries into the substance and currency are ongoing.