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The Advertiser
2 days ago
- The Advertiser
Teens seriously injured when motorcycle and car collide
Two teenage boys riding a reportedly stolen motorcycle have been seriously injured in a crash with a car in Cardiff. About 2am on Sunday, officers from Lake Macquarie Police District on routine patrol drove across a crash between a motorcycle and Mazda 3 hatchback at the intersection of Main Road and Lowry Street, Cardiff. Police rendered first aid to the occupants of the motorcycle until the ambulance arrived. The rider and pillion passenger - both aged 16 - were taken to John Hunter Hospital in a serious but stable condition. Both boys were wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The driver of the car - a 52-year-old man - was not injured and was taken to John Hunter Hospital for mandatory testing. A crime scene was established and is being examined by Crash Investigation Unit officers. Inquiries established that the motorcycle was reported stolen from Edgeworth on May 11. The motorcycle had not been involved in a pursuit before the crash. As inquiries continue, police are urging anyone who may have information about the crash - or has any available dashcam/mobile phone footage - to contact Belmont Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Two teenage boys riding a reportedly stolen motorcycle have been seriously injured in a crash with a car in Cardiff. About 2am on Sunday, officers from Lake Macquarie Police District on routine patrol drove across a crash between a motorcycle and Mazda 3 hatchback at the intersection of Main Road and Lowry Street, Cardiff. Police rendered first aid to the occupants of the motorcycle until the ambulance arrived. The rider and pillion passenger - both aged 16 - were taken to John Hunter Hospital in a serious but stable condition. Both boys were wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The driver of the car - a 52-year-old man - was not injured and was taken to John Hunter Hospital for mandatory testing. A crime scene was established and is being examined by Crash Investigation Unit officers. Inquiries established that the motorcycle was reported stolen from Edgeworth on May 11. The motorcycle had not been involved in a pursuit before the crash. As inquiries continue, police are urging anyone who may have information about the crash - or has any available dashcam/mobile phone footage - to contact Belmont Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Two teenage boys riding a reportedly stolen motorcycle have been seriously injured in a crash with a car in Cardiff. About 2am on Sunday, officers from Lake Macquarie Police District on routine patrol drove across a crash between a motorcycle and Mazda 3 hatchback at the intersection of Main Road and Lowry Street, Cardiff. Police rendered first aid to the occupants of the motorcycle until the ambulance arrived. The rider and pillion passenger - both aged 16 - were taken to John Hunter Hospital in a serious but stable condition. Both boys were wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The driver of the car - a 52-year-old man - was not injured and was taken to John Hunter Hospital for mandatory testing. A crime scene was established and is being examined by Crash Investigation Unit officers. Inquiries established that the motorcycle was reported stolen from Edgeworth on May 11. The motorcycle had not been involved in a pursuit before the crash. As inquiries continue, police are urging anyone who may have information about the crash - or has any available dashcam/mobile phone footage - to contact Belmont Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Two teenage boys riding a reportedly stolen motorcycle have been seriously injured in a crash with a car in Cardiff. About 2am on Sunday, officers from Lake Macquarie Police District on routine patrol drove across a crash between a motorcycle and Mazda 3 hatchback at the intersection of Main Road and Lowry Street, Cardiff. Police rendered first aid to the occupants of the motorcycle until the ambulance arrived. The rider and pillion passenger - both aged 16 - were taken to John Hunter Hospital in a serious but stable condition. Both boys were wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The driver of the car - a 52-year-old man - was not injured and was taken to John Hunter Hospital for mandatory testing. A crime scene was established and is being examined by Crash Investigation Unit officers. Inquiries established that the motorcycle was reported stolen from Edgeworth on May 11. The motorcycle had not been involved in a pursuit before the crash. As inquiries continue, police are urging anyone who may have information about the crash - or has any available dashcam/mobile phone footage - to contact Belmont Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
News.com.au
3 days ago
- General
- News.com.au
Toddler dead after allegedly being hit by car in driveway of southwest Sydney home
A toddler has died after she was allegedly hit by a car in the driveway of a home in Sydney's southwest. The 18-month-old girl was allegedly struck in the driveway of a Villawood home on Saturday afternoon, with emergency services called to the scene at Culgoa Bend about 12pm. Officers were told the young girl was allegedly struck by a car driven by a 28-year-old woman. Paramedics treated the toddler at the scene before she was rushed The Children's Hospital at Westmead in a critical condition. However, the child died. The driver was taken to Westmead Hospital for mandatory testing, and a crime scene is set to be investigated by the Crash Investigation Unit.
The Advertiser
14-05-2025
- The Advertiser
Six-year-old boy dead and two young girls in hospital after tragic crash
A young boy is dead and a girl is in a serious condition in hospital following a tragic crash in southern NSW. About 4.10pm May 13, emergency services were called to Towamba Road, Nullica, 10km south-west of Eden after a dual-cab utility and Kenworth tipper truck collided. A six-year-old boy, who had been a passenger in the utility, died at the scene. The driver, a 31-year-old man, and two girls - aged two and eight - in the same vehicle, suffered multiple injuries. The driver was airlifted to Canberra Hospital while the two girls were airlifted to Sydney Children's Hospital. In a statement to media on May 14, Detective Inspector Jason Hogan of the Crash Investigation Unit, said one of the girls was being treated by specialists at Randwick in a "serious but stable" condition. All three surviving ute occupants remained in hospital as of noon May 14. The driver of the truck, aged 52, was taken to South-East Regional Hospital at Bega for mandatory testing and to be treated for the effects of shock. He had since been released," Detective Inspector Hogan said. "The circumstances will be investigated by the Crash Investigation Unit for a full and detailed account of what happened," he said. "It's a road that runs about 10km southwest of Eden, a thoroughfare through state forest. The reasons a car and truck were in that area will be part of the investigation. "We have nothing to suggest the road conditions were dangerous." Detective Inspector Hogan said the crash was "a terrible tragedy that we need to avoid". As inquiries continue, police were appealing for anyone with information or dashcam footage of the crash, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Eden Fire and Rescue NSW members, alongside multiple first responder agencies, attended the crash on Towamba Road and were faced with the critical and confronting scenes. A Facebook post by FRNSW Station 286 said firefighters worked through the night, completing their duties about 3.30am Wednesday. "Due to the severity of the accident and the condition of the roadway, the scene was handed over to NSW Police, Towamba Road remained closed overnight and was reopened later this morning once it was deemed safe for public use," they posted on the brigade's Facebook page. Eden Fire and Rescue also had something to say about the social media commentary that spread quickly following initial reports of the crash. "Following the incident, some [Station] 286 Eden members raised concerns about insensitive commentary posted in a local Facebook group. "A young community member, recognising the emotional toll on those affected, respectfully requested the group administrator to remove the post, this was actioned promptly. "FRNSW 286 Eden extends its thanks to the group administrators for their discretion and community awareness. "We remind the public that those involved in this tragic accident are not just names on a page, they are people with families, friends, and loved ones who are now facing immense emotional and psychological challenges in the days and weeks ahead. "As investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing and led by NSW Police, we urge everyone to consider the human impact before posting speculation or commentary online. If you wouldn't say it directly to those involved or their families, please think twice before sharing it publicly. The members of Eden FRNSW Station 286 also expressed their sincere condolences to the family and friends of those involved. "To the families, friends, and the broader community affected by this tragic incident. "Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with you during this incredibly difficult time. We understand that no words can ease the pain of such a loss, but please know that our hearts are with you. "To those who were injured, we extend our sincere wishes for a full and speedy recovery. We hope for strength and healing in the days ahead. "To the members of the public who selflessly stopped to aid at the scene, your actions are deeply appreciated and do not go unnoticed. "Stay safe and please take care." A young boy is dead and a girl is in a serious condition in hospital following a tragic crash in southern NSW. About 4.10pm May 13, emergency services were called to Towamba Road, Nullica, 10km south-west of Eden after a dual-cab utility and Kenworth tipper truck collided. A six-year-old boy, who had been a passenger in the utility, died at the scene. The driver, a 31-year-old man, and two girls - aged two and eight - in the same vehicle, suffered multiple injuries. The driver was airlifted to Canberra Hospital while the two girls were airlifted to Sydney Children's Hospital. In a statement to media on May 14, Detective Inspector Jason Hogan of the Crash Investigation Unit, said one of the girls was being treated by specialists at Randwick in a "serious but stable" condition. All three surviving ute occupants remained in hospital as of noon May 14. The driver of the truck, aged 52, was taken to South-East Regional Hospital at Bega for mandatory testing and to be treated for the effects of shock. He had since been released," Detective Inspector Hogan said. "The circumstances will be investigated by the Crash Investigation Unit for a full and detailed account of what happened," he said. "It's a road that runs about 10km southwest of Eden, a thoroughfare through state forest. The reasons a car and truck were in that area will be part of the investigation. "We have nothing to suggest the road conditions were dangerous." Detective Inspector Hogan said the crash was "a terrible tragedy that we need to avoid". As inquiries continue, police were appealing for anyone with information or dashcam footage of the crash, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Eden Fire and Rescue NSW members, alongside multiple first responder agencies, attended the crash on Towamba Road and were faced with the critical and confronting scenes. A Facebook post by FRNSW Station 286 said firefighters worked through the night, completing their duties about 3.30am Wednesday. "Due to the severity of the accident and the condition of the roadway, the scene was handed over to NSW Police, Towamba Road remained closed overnight and was reopened later this morning once it was deemed safe for public use," they posted on the brigade's Facebook page. Eden Fire and Rescue also had something to say about the social media commentary that spread quickly following initial reports of the crash. "Following the incident, some [Station] 286 Eden members raised concerns about insensitive commentary posted in a local Facebook group. "A young community member, recognising the emotional toll on those affected, respectfully requested the group administrator to remove the post, this was actioned promptly. "FRNSW 286 Eden extends its thanks to the group administrators for their discretion and community awareness. "We remind the public that those involved in this tragic accident are not just names on a page, they are people with families, friends, and loved ones who are now facing immense emotional and psychological challenges in the days and weeks ahead. "As investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing and led by NSW Police, we urge everyone to consider the human impact before posting speculation or commentary online. If you wouldn't say it directly to those involved or their families, please think twice before sharing it publicly. The members of Eden FRNSW Station 286 also expressed their sincere condolences to the family and friends of those involved. "To the families, friends, and the broader community affected by this tragic incident. "Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with you during this incredibly difficult time. We understand that no words can ease the pain of such a loss, but please know that our hearts are with you. "To those who were injured, we extend our sincere wishes for a full and speedy recovery. We hope for strength and healing in the days ahead. "To the members of the public who selflessly stopped to aid at the scene, your actions are deeply appreciated and do not go unnoticed. "Stay safe and please take care." A young boy is dead and a girl is in a serious condition in hospital following a tragic crash in southern NSW. About 4.10pm May 13, emergency services were called to Towamba Road, Nullica, 10km south-west of Eden after a dual-cab utility and Kenworth tipper truck collided. A six-year-old boy, who had been a passenger in the utility, died at the scene. The driver, a 31-year-old man, and two girls - aged two and eight - in the same vehicle, suffered multiple injuries. The driver was airlifted to Canberra Hospital while the two girls were airlifted to Sydney Children's Hospital. In a statement to media on May 14, Detective Inspector Jason Hogan of the Crash Investigation Unit, said one of the girls was being treated by specialists at Randwick in a "serious but stable" condition. All three surviving ute occupants remained in hospital as of noon May 14. The driver of the truck, aged 52, was taken to South-East Regional Hospital at Bega for mandatory testing and to be treated for the effects of shock. He had since been released," Detective Inspector Hogan said. "The circumstances will be investigated by the Crash Investigation Unit for a full and detailed account of what happened," he said. "It's a road that runs about 10km southwest of Eden, a thoroughfare through state forest. The reasons a car and truck were in that area will be part of the investigation. "We have nothing to suggest the road conditions were dangerous." Detective Inspector Hogan said the crash was "a terrible tragedy that we need to avoid". As inquiries continue, police were appealing for anyone with information or dashcam footage of the crash, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Eden Fire and Rescue NSW members, alongside multiple first responder agencies, attended the crash on Towamba Road and were faced with the critical and confronting scenes. A Facebook post by FRNSW Station 286 said firefighters worked through the night, completing their duties about 3.30am Wednesday. "Due to the severity of the accident and the condition of the roadway, the scene was handed over to NSW Police, Towamba Road remained closed overnight and was reopened later this morning once it was deemed safe for public use," they posted on the brigade's Facebook page. Eden Fire and Rescue also had something to say about the social media commentary that spread quickly following initial reports of the crash. "Following the incident, some [Station] 286 Eden members raised concerns about insensitive commentary posted in a local Facebook group. "A young community member, recognising the emotional toll on those affected, respectfully requested the group administrator to remove the post, this was actioned promptly. "FRNSW 286 Eden extends its thanks to the group administrators for their discretion and community awareness. "We remind the public that those involved in this tragic accident are not just names on a page, they are people with families, friends, and loved ones who are now facing immense emotional and psychological challenges in the days and weeks ahead. "As investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing and led by NSW Police, we urge everyone to consider the human impact before posting speculation or commentary online. If you wouldn't say it directly to those involved or their families, please think twice before sharing it publicly. The members of Eden FRNSW Station 286 also expressed their sincere condolences to the family and friends of those involved. "To the families, friends, and the broader community affected by this tragic incident. "Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with you during this incredibly difficult time. We understand that no words can ease the pain of such a loss, but please know that our hearts are with you. "To those who were injured, we extend our sincere wishes for a full and speedy recovery. We hope for strength and healing in the days ahead. "To the members of the public who selflessly stopped to aid at the scene, your actions are deeply appreciated and do not go unnoticed. "Stay safe and please take care." A young boy is dead and a girl is in a serious condition in hospital following a tragic crash in southern NSW. About 4.10pm May 13, emergency services were called to Towamba Road, Nullica, 10km south-west of Eden after a dual-cab utility and Kenworth tipper truck collided. A six-year-old boy, who had been a passenger in the utility, died at the scene. The driver, a 31-year-old man, and two girls - aged two and eight - in the same vehicle, suffered multiple injuries. The driver was airlifted to Canberra Hospital while the two girls were airlifted to Sydney Children's Hospital. In a statement to media on May 14, Detective Inspector Jason Hogan of the Crash Investigation Unit, said one of the girls was being treated by specialists at Randwick in a "serious but stable" condition. All three surviving ute occupants remained in hospital as of noon May 14. The driver of the truck, aged 52, was taken to South-East Regional Hospital at Bega for mandatory testing and to be treated for the effects of shock. He had since been released," Detective Inspector Hogan said. "The circumstances will be investigated by the Crash Investigation Unit for a full and detailed account of what happened," he said. "It's a road that runs about 10km southwest of Eden, a thoroughfare through state forest. The reasons a car and truck were in that area will be part of the investigation. "We have nothing to suggest the road conditions were dangerous." Detective Inspector Hogan said the crash was "a terrible tragedy that we need to avoid". As inquiries continue, police were appealing for anyone with information or dashcam footage of the crash, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Eden Fire and Rescue NSW members, alongside multiple first responder agencies, attended the crash on Towamba Road and were faced with the critical and confronting scenes. A Facebook post by FRNSW Station 286 said firefighters worked through the night, completing their duties about 3.30am Wednesday. "Due to the severity of the accident and the condition of the roadway, the scene was handed over to NSW Police, Towamba Road remained closed overnight and was reopened later this morning once it was deemed safe for public use," they posted on the brigade's Facebook page. Eden Fire and Rescue also had something to say about the social media commentary that spread quickly following initial reports of the crash. "Following the incident, some [Station] 286 Eden members raised concerns about insensitive commentary posted in a local Facebook group. "A young community member, recognising the emotional toll on those affected, respectfully requested the group administrator to remove the post, this was actioned promptly. "FRNSW 286 Eden extends its thanks to the group administrators for their discretion and community awareness. "We remind the public that those involved in this tragic accident are not just names on a page, they are people with families, friends, and loved ones who are now facing immense emotional and psychological challenges in the days and weeks ahead. "As investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing and led by NSW Police, we urge everyone to consider the human impact before posting speculation or commentary online. If you wouldn't say it directly to those involved or their families, please think twice before sharing it publicly. The members of Eden FRNSW Station 286 also expressed their sincere condolences to the family and friends of those involved. "To the families, friends, and the broader community affected by this tragic incident. "Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with you during this incredibly difficult time. We understand that no words can ease the pain of such a loss, but please know that our hearts are with you. "To those who were injured, we extend our sincere wishes for a full and speedy recovery. We hope for strength and healing in the days ahead. "To the members of the public who selflessly stopped to aid at the scene, your actions are deeply appreciated and do not go unnoticed. "Stay safe and please take care."
7NEWS
24-04-2025
- 7NEWS
Critical incident declared after police pursuit ends in crash
A critical incident investigation is under way after two people were hospitalised following a police pursuit and crash. Police attempted to stop an unregistered Ford Falcon travelling on McBurney Road, Cabramatta, in Sydney's south-west at about 7.20pm on Thursday. A pursuit ensued when the driver allegedly failed to stop. It continued into nearby Canley Vale, 2.5km away, where the Ford crashed into a power pole on Railway Parade. The 33-year-old female driver and her 35-year-old male passenger were treated at the scene before being taken to Liverpool Hospital, both in critical conditions. Specialist officers from the Crash Investigation Unit have attended the scene, with a critical investigation team from Campbelltown City Police Area Command now engaged to investigate the incident. Their investigation will also be subject to an independent review. Anyone with further information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
