10 injured after car crashes into rugby supporters in Australia
Author: Al Jazeera StaffPublished on: October 3, 2026Country: Australia
Sports

A car crashed into a crowd of rugby supporters in Newcastle, Australia, injuring 10 people, including three children. Two of the injured, a five-year-old girl and a 67-year-old man, are in critical condition, while the other eight are in stable condition in hospital. The 18-year-old driver was arrested, and the incident is not believed to be related to terrorism. Newcastle Lord Mayor Gavin Morris stated that the driver, a rugby fan, lost control of his vehicle during a celebration before the grand final match.
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