This is the moment a young Russian motorist swipes the feet from under a cop and then throws him over his shoulder.

The incident took place in the resort town of Yeysk in the south-western Russian region of Krasnodar Krai on 31st July.

According to reports, the 20-year-old driver was trying to reach a restricted beach area when the cops stopped him.

In the footage, the cop appears to pulling the man’s T-shirt and stepping up to him during a row on the pavement.

The driver then swipes the officer’s feet from under him and throws him over his shoulder, dumping the cop hard on the ground.

The man then runs away as the floored cop gets to his feet and gives chase.

According to reports, the man was later found hiding in the area and was arrested by officers.

The police said the row took place after the driver was refused access to a beach area under restrictions.

The news site Life said the officer was hospitalised with a head injury and concussion even though he still managed to chase after the suspect and help to capture him.

There have been no further updates on his condition.

The investigation is ongoing.