Man arrested after allegedly fleeing from police in Matapihi

A man was arrested overnight after allegedly fleeing from police in Matapihi.

A police spokeswoman said officers attempted to stop a vehicle on Matapihi Rd about 1.10am before the driver allegedly fled.

Police stopped the vehicle and made an arrest.

A 23-year-old man has been charged with resisting police and is due to appear in Tauranga District Court today.