Teenager sparks Hamilton police chase

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A Hamilton teenager led police on a high speed chase reaching speeds of 120km/h before he was caught early this morning.

The 16-year-old, who did not have a licence and was behind the wheel of a stolen car, sped away from police after they responded to calls about a silver station wagon acting suspiciously around the Masters Ave Superette about 3.45am.

He reached speeds of 120km/h as he sought to avoid converging police and road spikes, Senior Sergeant Craig Taylor said.

He was finally brought to a stop on Marshall Street, Mr Taylor said.

The teenager taken into custody and was due to appear in Hamilton District Court later today.

- NZPA