Car crashes into crowd in Australia, 10 injured
An 18-year-old driver lost control of his car and crashed into rugby league fans gathered in Newcastle, Australia, injuring 10 people, including children, with two critically hurt.
A driver lost control of his car and crashed into a crowd of rugby league fans in Newcastle, Australia on Saturday, injuring ten people including children, police reported. Thousands of supporters had gathered to bid farewell to the Newcastle Knights, the city's local rugby league side, before their grand final match against the Sydney Roosters scheduled for the following day.
The festive atmosphere was marred when an 18-year-old rugby fan, driving recklessly, lost control of his vehicle and plowed into the crowd, according to police. He had been revving the engine, displaying excitement, and was a supporter present for the moment's joy, stated Newcastle Mayor Gavin Morris to national broadcaster ABC.
Somehow, he lost control of the car, which then plunged into the crowd. Two individuals were in critical condition, a five-year-old girl and a 67-year-old man. Two additional young children suffered injuries, police confirmed.
Jenny Aitchison, the New South Wales Roads Minister, emphasized that one person's split-second decision put everyone at risk. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed his condolences, writing, "My thoughts are with everyone injured or involved in the horrible incident this morning in Newcastle." Knights captain Kalyn Ponga conveyed support via Instagram, stating, "We're thinking of you, your families, and everyone in our Newcastle community."
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