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Incident Overview
A 21-year-old Maroochydore woman has been charged following a serious traffic crash that occurred on August 21st in Maroochydore. The incident involved a car colliding with a pedestrian on an e-scooter.
Details of the Maroochydore Crash
It is alleged that around 8 am, the woman was driving a Kia that pulled out of a driveway onto Main Road and collided with a 12-year-old girl who was riding an e-scooter on the footpath.
The young girl from Alexandra Headland was transported to the hospital in critical condition. Fortunately, she is now recovering at home.
Charges and Court Appearance
The 21-year-old driver has been charged with one count of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing grievous bodily harm. She is scheduled to appear in the Maroochydore Magistrates Court on October 22nd.
Road Safety Reminder
The Queensland Police Service emphasizes its commitment to reducing road fatalities and highlights the importance of avoiding the “Fatal Five” behaviors: speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue, and distraction. They urge everyone to take responsibility for road safety and learn more about staying safe on Queensland roads.
Conclusion
This incident serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of dangerous driving. We are relieved to hear the young girl is recovering and hope this serves as a cautionary tale for all road users.