Man dies after being struck by his own car during alleged theft attempt
A 68-year-old man has died in hospital after being struck by his own Honda SUV when he tried to stop its theft from his Heidelberg West driveway.
Why it mattersThe death may result in more serious criminal charges, and highlights the danger of confronting thieves.
AustraliaThis case in Melbourne's north-east may change how police charge vehicle theft incidents resulting in death.
Corroborated byperthnow.com.au
✓ Claims checked against the source and corrected before publish. checked 2 h ago
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