Multiple injured after being hit by car in Newcastle

Multiple people were injured after a car struck a crowd that had gathered along the streets of Newcastle. The incident occurred while the crowd was lining the route for a public farewell to the Newcastle Knights.

The collision took place in the city of Newcastle, located in the northern part of the state of New South Wales. Police and emergency services responded to the scene shortly after the event was reported.

The gathering was organized to bid farewell to the Newcastle Knights, a local rugby league team, and participants were positioned along the street to watch the procession. The presence of the crowd at the time of the crash resulted in several injuries.

Emergency personnel provided immediate medical assistance to those affected, and the injured were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. Police have opened an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the vehicle’s involvement.

Authorities have not released further details about the number of individuals injured or the cause of the incident. The investigation remains ongoing as officials assess the situation and consider any necessary safety measures for future public events.