A 38-year-old man from Dickson has been arrested following alleged driving offenses that include operating an unregistered, uninsured vehicle while disqualified from driving.

Police identified the Mitsubishi Triton during patrols on July 17, 2026, and conducted roadside drug tests which confirmed the driver had cannabis in his system.The man, who also had an outstanding arrest warrant, was taken into custody and will face charges in the ACT Magistrates Court.

The charges include driving while disqualified, using an unregistered vehicle, using an uninsured vehicle, and having cannabis detected in oral fluid.Officers noted the vehicle was unregistered and the driver's license was revoked, highlighting the severity of the offenses.The incident underscores the legal consequences of driving without proper documentation and under the influence of drugs.Authorities emphasized the importance of compliance with traffic laws and the risks associated with driving while disqualified.The case is expected to be heard in court on Saturday, with the defendant facing potential penalties including fines and imprisonment.This incident reflects broader issues of road safety and enforcement of traffic regulations in the ACT region.