Newcastle Knights crash live: Young girl critical as car hits grand final gathering, injuring 10
A car crashed into a crowd of Newcastle Knights fans gathered to support their team, resulting in ten injuries including two people in critical condition. Emergency services and bystanders worked together to provide aid at the scene in Wallsend.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the vulnerability of public gatherings and the vital role of community response during emergency situations.
Bystanders provided crucial support to emergency services J By Jason Dasey
Tim Troon , NSW Ambulance's acting associate director of clinical operations, has offered a word of thanks to Newcastle Knights fans who helped emergency services at Wallsend.
Ten people were injured when a BMW crashed into NRL supporters who lined the Newcastle Link Road to cheer the team bus as it headed south to Sydney.
"We did get a lot of bystander support throughout the incident," Mr Troon said.
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