Toyota LandCruiser mounts footpath and hits Tasmanian cafe, two seriously hurt
The 26-year-old woman seated outside was seriously injured, and the 29-year-old staff member was in serious but stable condition.
A Toyota LandCruiser mounted the footpath and hit the Shearwater Food Co. cafe on October 11. A 26-year-old woman seated outside was seriously injured, and remains in a stable condition.
The 29-year-old staff member inside was taken to North West Regional Hospital in serious but stable condition. Paramedics found the driver, who police described as elderly, had no serious injuries.
Police said there were no signs of speeding at this stage. The driver is helping police, and his alcohol and drug test results are not yet available.
Police believe the driver was trying to park. Anyone in the cafe or who saw the crash is asked to call police on 131444.
- About 6.40pm on October 11
- Crash time
- 26 years old, seriously injured
- Diner's age
- 29 years old, serious but stable
- Staff member's age
- 131444
- Police contact
Why it mattersIt shows a car does not need high speed on a footpath to injure people sitting outside.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet, though police want anyone with information to call 131444.
Corroborated bytheadvocate.com.au
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