The 20-year-old allegedly returned a breath-alcohol reading of 0.07 from a breath test.
Why it mattersThe crash shows consequences of drink-driving and fleeing the scene: criminal charges and license loss, even when the driver escapes serious injury.
AustraliaDrink-drive charges carry stiff penalties in Australia and this case shows police can track drivers even after they leave the scene.
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