A MAN has been refused bail, accused of leading police on a high-speed chase where police had to use road spikes.
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The 37-year-old was allegedly behind the wheel of a Toyota Aurion when New England police tried to stop him on the Newell Highway at Gurley.
The vehicle was stopped just before 10am on Christmas Eve and the man was arrested on an outstanding warrant. He's then alleged to have driven off from police, sparking a pursuit.
Police gave chase and eventually deployed road spikes down the highway, north of Moree.
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The car was stopped and the driver was arrested and taken to Moree police station where he was charged with police pursuit; speeding; driving furiously or in a speed or manner dangerous; and resisting police.
The man was denied bail by police and remained in custody on Christmas Day.
Police said the man's P-plate licence was also suspended.
Extra police have been rostered on and double demerits are in force for speeding, seatbelt, mobile phone, and motorbike helmet offences.
The operation runs until midnight on January 3.
Breanna Chillingworth
Northern Daily Leader Senior Crime and Court Reporter
Northern Daily Leader Senior Crime and Court Reporter
