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Incident Overview
A Subaru SUV crashed into a parked car on George Street in Sydney’s CBD during a police pursuit after it was first spotted allegedly being driven without headlights. Police say the vehicle continued on three tyres after the impact before it was later abandoned in Marrickville.
Location and Time
- Crash Date: Tuesday, 10 March 2026 (about 1:55am)
- Location: Sydenham Road and Glen Street (Marrickville) and George Street (Sydney CBD), NSW
Vehicles Involved
- Subaru SUV (allegedly driven without headlights; later continued on three tyres after a crash)
- Parked car (struck on George Street in Sydney CBD)
Injuries/Fatalities
- Fatalities:
- None reported.
- Injuries:
- None reported.
Emergency Response
- Police units initially followed the Subaru before backing off after the crash and requesting a police helicopter to track the vehicle.
- No hospital transport was reported.
- Police established a perimeter on Glen Street, Marrickville, after the vehicle was abandoned.
Police Investigation
Inquiries are continuing after a 25-year-old man was arrested following the pursuit and crash.
- Charges laid, if any: Not stated.
- Court appearances: Not stated.
Community Impact
The pursuit and crash affected traffic through parts of Sydney’s Inner West and the CBD, with a parked vehicle damaged on George Street.
Appeal for Information
Police have appealed for anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage from Sydenham Road, George Street, or Glen Street around the time of the incident to come forward.
- Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
- Policelink: Call 131 444.