Newcastle Police Arrest 23-Year-Old After Reckless Pursuit Ends in Collision Today, a 23-year-old man is set to face Newcastle Local Court after being charged following a high-speed pursuit on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. The pursuit, initiated by Newcastle City Police District, began when the man failed to stop his Volkswagen Polo for a routine breath test on Newcastle Road, Wallsend. According to the authorities, the situation escalated as the vehicle collided with two others at the intersection of Metcalfe and Thomas Street, Wallsend. Fortunately, no injuries were reported by the drivers of the other vehicles. Following the collision, the driver fled the scene...