Most motorcycle thieves do their best to avoid police, but this show-off learnt the hard way in St Albans last night.
Brimbank Highway Patrol members were out on patrol when they witnessed a trailbike rider perform a mono in front of them at the McIntyre Road entry to the Western Ring Road shortly before 11.30pm.
They then watched as the rider allegedly reached speeds of 130km/h on the Western Ring Road.
Officers attempted to intercept the rider on Pascoe Vale Road however he failed to stop.
The 20-year-old found himself in difficulty when he attempted to cross railway tracks near Coleraine Street and became stuck.
He dumped the bike and attempted to flee on foot but was quickly arrested by members.
A check of the motorbike registration soon revealed it was reported as stolen.
The Pakenham man will be interviewed in relation to traffic and vehicle theft offences.
