Morning Event Summary
- Injury Report: Ten people sustained injuries when a car struck a crowd of Newcastle Knights supporters in Wallsend around 9:30 AM.
- Critical Condition: A five-year-old girl and a 67-year-old man are currently in critical condition.
- Driver’s Actions: Witnesses noted that the driver was revving the engine and allegedly lost control of the vehicle before the incident.
- Arrest Made: The driver has been arrested, and two passengers were also taken into custody by the police.
- Possible Charges: NSW Police Assistant Commissioner David Waddell indicated that the driver is expected to face charges later today.
- Knights Team Update: The Knights bus was diverted following the incident and has safely arrived in Sydney.
