07:00pm
Police have arrested and charged a truck driver after he crashed into a police vehicle in Lae Morobe Province.
“The heavy truck had a “Road Test” sign affixed to the front and went straight into the oncoming police unit.
“The Police driver was caught off guard when the truck suddenly pulled into their lane. The Police vehicle driver tried to avoid the truck but as they were just meters apart, both vehilcles collided,” said Wagambie.
The driver of the truck has been charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol and negligent driving however has been granted bail should be attending court soon.