Car ploughs into rugby fans in Newcastle (Australia), 10 injured

Car crashes into crowd on Newcastle streets

An incident involving a vehicle occurred in the city of Newcastle, located approximately 110 kilometres north of Sydney. The vehicle crashed into a group of people gathered on the streets of the Wallsend district. Preliminary data suggests that the driver likely lost control of the vehicle.

Condition of the injured and incident details

Government agencies reported that at least 10 people were injured as a result of the collision. Children are among the victims. The condition of one of the injured, a five-year-old girl, and a 67-year-old man, is assessed as critical.

The crowd had gathered to support the rugby team “Newcastle Knights,” which was heading to the National Rugby League grand final. Fans took to the streets to cheer on their team.

Law enforcement response

Local media report that police have already identified the driver. He is an 18-year-old male. He has been arrested and taken to a hospital for mandatory medical examinations.