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The Melbourne stolen-car pedestrian strike
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Where it stands
A 16-year-old boy was arrested and charged after allegedly driving a stolen car through central Melbourne, striking a 57-year-old pedestrian and parked vehicles, and coming close to Melbourne Marathon runners. The woman was hospitalized with non-life-threatening upper-body injuries and was in stable condition; the report does not give a later update on her recovery or the case.
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The story so far
Update 1
Teen charged after Melbourne car collision near marathon runners
A pedestrian was injured and bystanders reportedly pulled her clear when the car returned. Police do not believe the incident was targeted or terror-related; the exact charges and custody decision remain unverified.
Still open after this report
- The exact new charges, custody decision and next hearing date remain unverified, as do the full route and the woman’s later medical outcome.
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- CBDCBD, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia1 report
- Elizabeth St/Flinders StMelbourne VIC 3000, Australia1 report
- Flinders StreetFlinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia1 report
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