Speeding motorcyclists nabbed

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By Alesha Capone

Two motorcyclists have been charged following a high speed pursuit involving the Police Air Wing on Sunday.

Police first spotted two motorbikes on the Princes Freeway, Little River about 3.15pm.

They attempted to intercept the motorbikes, pursuing them to Port Melbourne where one rider was arrested on Todd Road.

The Police Air Wing followed a second motorbike which continued to ride at speeds of up to 200km/h.

The motorbike was followed to an address in Hampton, where it was ridden into a garage.

Police arrested a man at the address a short time later.

Both motorcycles were impounded for 30 days at a cost of $1242

An 18-year-old Hampton man was released and is expected to be charged on summons with dangerous driving whilst being pursued, conduct endangering life, unlicensed driving and other traffic offences.

Another 18-year-old Hampton man has been charged with 10 offences, including dangerous driving whilst being pursued, conduct endangering life, unlicensed driving and other traffic offences.

He has been bailed to appear at the Moorabbin Magistrates’ Court on October 22.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or with dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or file a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au