The alleged incident occurred after Lake Macquarie plain clothes officers driving an unmarked police car tried to stop a Nissan Patrol four-wheel-drive on Lake Street about 5pm.

Once both vehicles stopped, police allege the Nissan Patrol driver reversed and crashed into the front end of the police vehicle before driving away.

Officers followed the Nissan into nearby Belar Avenue, where the four-wheel-drive stopped in the middle of the roadway. It is alleged it then reversed into the front of the police car, which caused an extensive amount of damage and disabled the vehicle. The Patrol then drove off.

Both officers received minor injuries and were treated at the scene by paramedics before being taken to John Hunter Hospital for treatment. They have both since been released from hospital.

Detectives from the Lake Macquarie Police District commenced an investigation and later found a white Nissan Patrol at Belmont North. The vehicle has been seized for forensic examination.

Police later conducted a search warrant on a unit in Belmont North and seized a number of items which will be subject of further investigation.

Inquiries are continuing.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Lake Macquarie Police or Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000.

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