A high-speed police chase gripped Canberra's northern suburbs on Tuesday afternoon after a silver utility vehicle allegedly refused to pull over for traffic officers.
The dramatic pursuit began around 4:20 PM when police attempted to stop the speeding ute on William Slim Drive in Gungahlin. Instead of complying, the driver allegedly accelerated away, sparking a dangerous game of cat and mouse through residential streets.
The fleeing vehicle was last spotted racing along Gungahlin Drive, with witnesses reporting the ute travelling at excessive speeds while weaving through traffic. ACT Policing deployed multiple units in an attempt to bring the situation under control as the chase progressed toward the Barton Highway.
Authorities made the decision to terminate the pursuit due to safety concerns as the vehicle's speed and erratic driving posed significant risks to other motorists and pedestrians. The incident occurred during the busy afternoon commute, heightening concerns about public safety.
Police have launched a full investigation to identify and locate both the vehicle and its driver. Forensic teams are examining evidence collected during the pursuit while traffic camera footage is being reviewed.
ACT Policing is urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage from the area between 4:15 PM and 4:45 PM to come forward. The silver ute remains at large, and authorities are particularly interested in speaking with motorists who were travelling along William Slim Drive, Gungahlin Drive, and the Barton Highway during this timeframe.
This incident marks another concerning episode on Canberra's roads as police continue to crack down on dangerous driving behaviour across the territory.
