A 22-year-old Melton West man was seen allegedly driving and behaving erratically in Eynesbury on Monday, with Victoria Police appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Police officers were called to Wangaratta Street, Eynesbury following reports of erratic driving, causing several near misses, about 5.50pm on Monday, June 30
The man allegedly attempted to ram and damage vehicles, before passersbys – including an off-duty police officer – intervened.
A scuffle ensued and it is alleged the off-duty member was assaulted.
There were no injuries.
The man was restrained by good Samaritans and arrested shortly after.
He has been charged with assaulting police, resisting police, reckless conduct, unlicensed driving, and criminal damage.
He was bailed to appear before Sunshine Magistrates’ Court on September 1.
Police are asking drivers in the area at the time of the incident to review their dashcam.
It is also understood a number of people were seen filming the incident on their phones and investigators are asking these people to come forward.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
