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Incident Overview
A 72-year-old woman and a four-year-old girl were injured when a car mounted the footpath and crashed in Glenfield, Sydney. The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon, November 12, 2024.
Location and Time
The crash happened around 5:00 pm on Old Glenfield Road in Glenfield, Sydney.
Vehicles Involved
The incident involved a car that left the roadway and struck two pedestrians.
Crash Description
A car, driven by an 18-year-old man, mounted the footpath and crashed into a traffic control signal before hitting the woman and child who were walking along the footpath.
Injuries
The 72-year-old woman was taken to Westmead Hospital in critical condition. The four-year-old girl was taken to The Children’s Hospital at Westmead in stable condition. The 18-year-old male driver was taken to Liverpool Hospital in stable condition.
Emergency Response
Emergency services, including police and paramedics, attended the scene. The injured woman, child, and driver were all transported to hospitals.
Investigation
NSW Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Witnesses/Appeals
Anyone with information about the crash is urged to contact the police.
Community Impact
The incident has caused concern in the Glenfield community, with an elderly woman and a young child being injured.
Contributing Factors
The contributing factors to the crash are still under investigation.