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Authorities initiated a pursuit on Luxford Road after a vehicle was caught on video allegedly speeding. The chase led them to an apartment complex on Halinda Street in Whalan.
According to police reports, 38-year-old Shaun Baxter exited the vehicle and entered the building, leaving a passenger in the car.
The passenger was detained by officers but was promptly released following a brief conversation.
Police established a perimeter surrounding the apartment complex, maintaining a watchful presence as they awaited Baxter’s emergence.
Residents were advised to remain indoors for their safety during the ongoing situation.
“[A] swarm of cops followed after, [the] canine unit and more cops came up, got a scent of him, took off down the driveway,” witness Declan Boulson said.
When Baxter emerged at 5am, he was arrested and charged with multiple offences.
That includes not stopping leading to a police pursuit, driving recklessly, dishonestly obtaining financial advantage by deception, and breaching a domestic violence apprehended violence order.
He appeared in court today, where he was refused bail.
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