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Introduction
The victims of a tragic motorcycle crash in Greenacre have been identified as William Brown, 26, and his pillion passenger Doey Choi, 24. The accident has raised concerns about road safety and the circumstances leading to the crash.
Incident Overview
The crash occurred on Tuesday evening at the intersection of the Hume Highway and Worth Street. Brown and Choi were riding in a convoy of up to 40 motorcyclists when their motorcycle collided with a car. The impact of the collision threw them metres across the road.
Emergency Response
Paramedics arrived promptly and treated both Brown and Choi, but sadly, they succumbed to their injuries at the scene. The driver of the car involved in the crash was taken to Westmead Hospital in critical condition but is now reported to be in serious but stable condition.
Investigation Details
On Wednesday, NSW Police Assistant Commissioner Brett McFadden provided updates on the early investigation. He revealed that neither driver should have been on the road at the time of the crash. Brown was a provisional rider and should not have had a passenger, while the driver of the Toyota was suspended.
Key Factors
McFadden highlighted that the speed of the motorcycle was a “significant contributing factor” to the crash. He also expressed frustration over the preventable nature of the incident.
Quote: “We have a situation where both the rider and the driver should not have been in that situation, and this reflects the ongoing challenge that NSW Police have,” McFadden said. “The frustration comes from knowing that this was preventable.”
Convoy Concerns
The crash occurred while the pair were riding in a convoy en route to Mrs Macquarie’s Chair in inner Sydney. McFadden criticized the lack of support from the convoy, stating that only “two or three” members stopped to help following the crash.
Quote: “The lack of the human factor on the other members of the group is reprehensible,” McFadden added.
Road Closures and Appeals for Information
Worth Street was closed between the Hume Highway and Muir Road as police launched an investigation. They are urging anyone with dashcam footage or information about the crash to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Conclusion
This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and adherence to driving regulations. Our thoughts are with the families and friends of the victims during this difficult time.
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Further Information: Anyone with dashcam footage or information about the crash should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.