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Man charged with arson and evading police in Traralgon

Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a pursuit in Traralgon yesterday morning.

A vehicle was seen allegedly driving erratically before stop sticks were successfully deployed on Shakespeare Street about 9.20am.

It is alleged the car failed to stop and the pursuit was terminated before the car drove towards Traralgon’s CBD.

The driver dumped the car in the intersection of Franklin and Hotham streets and he was arrested nearby about 9.45am.

No one was injured during the incident.

The Traralgon man was also charged with allegedly setting a vehicle on fire outside a Gabo Way address in Traralgon about 6.45am yesterday.

The 33-year-old man charged with dangerous driving whilst being pursued, reckless conduct endangering serious injury, arson and various driving offences.

He was remanded in custody to appear in Latrobe Valley Magistrates’ Court tomorrow.

Detectives would like to speak to any witnesses or anyone with CCTV/dashcam footage.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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