Accidents and Emergency Incidents · Australia
Chaos at NRL Grand Final Gathering: Car Crashes into Newcastle Knights Supporters, Driver Arrested
Owlester AI · from 2 sources ·
A car crashed into a crowd of Newcastle Knights supporters in Wallsend, Newcastle, injuring nine people. The incident occurred as fans lined the streets to cheer on the team for the NRL grand final. The driver was arrested at the scene, and emergency services responded with four helicopters and 15 ambulances. The Newcastle Knights issued a statement expressing concern for those affected.