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Belconnen road rage-inspired crash derby ends outside police station

Two drivers sped around Canberra in a road rage incident on Tuesday, ramming each other several times before stopping outside Belconnen police station.

Police were called to the incident in the area of William Webb Drive and Owen Dixon Drive, Evatt at about 1:00pm.

The drivers of a white Holden Rodeo ute and a white Toyota van continued their crash derby onto Copland Drive, Ginninderra Drive through to Emu Bank.

They finally stopped on the Benjamin Way median strip outside Belconnen Police Station at about 1:20pm.

Officer in charge of Belconnen Station, Acting Station Sergeant Peta Lankester said road rage would be not tolerated by police.

"Not only does it put you at risk but it causes considerable risk to all road users," Ms Lankester said.

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"If you are involved in a confrontational situation on the road, do not engage. Note the registration and details of the vehicle and driver and report it to police."

"If you are genuinely concerned for your safety or if the situation becomes life threatening, call triple zero. If you witness a confrontational situation occurring, contact police on 131 444." 

Police spoke to both drivers but urged any witnesses to the incident, including anyone with dash cam or CCTV footage, to contact police.

Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, quoting reference number 6100336.