Teen driver barred from driving after Newcastle car crash injured 10
The 18-year-old was granted bail with a night curfew, driving ban, and daily reporting requirements.
An 18-year-old driver was granted bail on Friday after allegedly crashing a BMW into a crowd of Newcastle fans, injuring 10 people. The incident happened on Saturday as the group gathered to farewell the Knights team bus ahead of the NRL grand final.
Judge Khan barred the teenager from driving any vehicle and imposed strict conditions. The conditions include a night curfew from 8pm to 7am, daily reporting to police, and a ban from Newcastle except for court.
Among the injured were a five-year-old girl and Chris Clancy, who suffered fractures in his ribs, spine and foot, and a broken collarbone. He faces nine charges including dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm.
The teenager will return to court on October 15.
- 18 years old
- Driver age
- 10
- People injured
- 6 nights
- Days in custody before bail
- 9 offences
- Charges filed
Why it mattersThe crash injured 10 people including a young child; the teenager faces serious charges and returns to court next week.
AustraliaThe incident occurred in Newcastle and affected 10 local residents; the court case will be closely followed across NSW.
Corroborated bysmh.com.au·theage.com.au
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