The driver tried to flee, but crashed into another vehicle with two people inside. Photo: RNZ / Richard Tindiller
A West Auckland teen has been arrested after three people were injured by a fleeing vehicle last month.
Police say a woman ran to a waiting vehicle in Henderson after allegedly stealing from a supermarket three weeks ago.
The driver tried to flee, but crashed into another vehicle with two people inside.
Police claim the driver stole a handbag from the vehicle he crashed into, before driving off at speed, injuring the two occupants and a third person who was trying to intervene.
Detectives have arrested a 19-year-old Ranui man, charging him with three counts of aggravated assault and one of theft.
A 21-year-old woman has also been summoned to court over the initial shoplifting.
The teen is expected to appear in Waitākere District Court next week.
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