NSW Police arrest suspect after multi-district high-speed manhunt

A multi-month manhunt for a repeat offender concluded on Monday, October 12, 2026, when tactical officers arrested a 28-year-old male at a remote mining camp in Lightning Ridge. The arrest followed a series of high-speed pursuits and dangerous driving incidents across Western New South Wales, including a 200km/h chase in Dubbo and pursuits in Taminda, Oxley Vale, Coonamble, and Walgett.

During the arrest, police discovered methylamphetamine and Suboxone on the suspect. The individual faces numerous charges, including possession of prohibited drugs, driving dangerously, exceeding speed limits by more than 45km/h, and multiple counts of using unregistered and uninsured vehicles while disqualified from driving.