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How the Newcastle crash unfolded and what's next
Published 1 week, 5 days ago
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After a 25-year wait, the Knights' return to the grand final was supposed to be a day of celebration for Newcastle - but it turned to tragedy.
A teenage P-plate driver who allegedly ploughed his car into a crowd of Newcastle Knights supporters on Saturday has been refused bail, charged with nine offences including dangerous and negligent driving. Two of the victims, including a five-year-old girl, remain in a serious but stable condition in hospital.
In this episode:
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A teenage P-plate driver who allegedly ploughed his car into a crowd of Newcastle Knights supporters on Saturday has been refused bail, charged with nine offences including dangerous and negligent driving. Two of the victims, including a five-year-old girl, remain in a serious but stable condition in hospital.
In this episode:
- How the crash unfolded in Wallsend, Newcastle.
- The alleged driver being identified as 18-year-old P-plate holder Indika Bambrick Samarasinghe.
- How the community is supporting alleged victims.
- An update on the alleged victims of the crash.
- What local and state authorities said including what police know about the alleged driver.
- How the NSW premiere Chris Minns and prime minister Anthony Albanese responded.
- How the NRL responded.
- What the court heard, and what's next.
Listen to more episodes of SBS News in Depth, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.