Police vehicle rammed in Mornington

Mornington Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for public assistance following a ramming in Mornington last night.

Police were called to reports of a suspicious loiter at a unit complex on Fleet Street about 7.40pm on Friday 12 December.

Officers attended and located a stolen black Toyota Land Cruiser utility in the driveway of the property.

It is understood the utility rammed the parked police vehicle multiple times before it became wedged in the property’s driveway.

The unknown male driver exited the vehicle and fled north bound on Fleet Street.

During the incident, the two male senior constables retreated to take cover away from the vehicle, both sustaining minor injuries that required medical treatment the following day.

The police vehicle and the property sustained significant damage.

The offender remains outstanding at this stage and the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam/CCTV footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

John McLaughlan

Media Unit

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