Ten injured after car crashes into rugby supporters in Australia
Reported by Al Jazeera
Ten people, among them three children, were hurt when a car hit a group of rugby league supporters in Newcastle, eastern Australia.
New South Wales police said the 18-year-old driver had been arrested. Officers are investigating the circumstances of the crash.
Authorities said they did not believe the incident was linked to terrorism.
Newcastle Mayor Gavin Morris said the driver was a rugby league supporter who lost control of his car and was taken into custody.
Morris said the crash disrupted a weekend that had been expected to bring excitement and pride to local fans. The police investigation is ongoing.
Key points
- Ten supporters were injured, including three children.
- Police arrested the 18-year-old driver and are investigating.
- Police said terrorism was not believed to be involved.