Freak Accident - Pedestrian Blind Man Dies After Being Struck By a Truck in Bowral
A 56 year old man has died after being hit by a truck in Bowral on Tuesday afternoon. The accident occurred at around 5pm Tuesday on Station Street, Bowral.
It is believed that a truck with a tipper and dog trailer was stopped at a set of lights at the intersection of Station Street and Wingecarribee Street when the blind man attempted to cross the road. The victim apparently walked in between the the truck's tipper and the dog trailer.
When the lights changed, the truck moved off from the intersection, unaware that the blind man was stuck. The 56 year old pedestrian who was a local of Bowral died at the scene.
Witnesses were able to stop the truck driver nearby. The driver who is a 49 year old man underwent mandatory blood and urine tests and was interviewed and later released by police.
Police are continuing their investigations and will prepare a report for the coroner.
Arrests After Bank ATM Tampering Attempt
Two Arrested After Attempt to Tamper with Bank ATM in Sydney CBD
Two men have been arrested after an observant member of the public witnessed an attempt to tamper with a Bank Automatic Teller Machine in Sydney's CBD on Tuesday night.
Police responded to a call at about 11.25pm Tuesday when the men were allegedly seen tampering with an ATM at Martin Place. Police surveillance allegedly saw two men approach an ATM before walking away shortly afterwards.
A 27 year old man was arrested by police at the scene and was escorted to the Rocks Police Station to be questioned. He was subsequently charged with possess equipment to make identification document and was refused bail. He was scheduled to appear in the Central Local Court on Wednesday.
After further investigations, police arrested a 26 year old man in the suburb of Kings Cross at about 9.30am Wednesday. The man was transported to the City Central Police Station where he is currently assisting police with inquiries.
Two men have been arrested after an observant member of the public witnessed an attempt to tamper with a Bank Automatic Teller Machine in Sydney's CBD on Tuesday night.
Police responded to a call at about 11.25pm Tuesday when the men were allegedly seen tampering with an ATM at Martin Place. Police surveillance allegedly saw two men approach an ATM before walking away shortly afterwards.
A 27 year old man was arrested by police at the scene and was escorted to the Rocks Police Station to be questioned. He was subsequently charged with possess equipment to make identification document and was refused bail. He was scheduled to appear in the Central Local Court on Wednesday.
After further investigations, police arrested a 26 year old man in the suburb of Kings Cross at about 9.30am Wednesday. The man was transported to the City Central Police Station where he is currently assisting police with inquiries.
Drink Driving & Speeding Learner Driver Caught
L Plate Driver Caught Speeding and Under the Influence of Alcohol Near Yass
A 28 year old L Plate driver has been caught allegedly speeding and drink driving near Yass on Tuesday night.
The unaccompanied learner driver was detected by police on the Hume Highway for allegedly travelling at 162kmh in a 110kmh zone in a Toyota Camry sedan. However the speed limit for learner drivers is just 80kmh.
Police pulled over the driver from the ACT and breath tested him. He allegedly had a positive breath test reading of .120, more than twice the legal limit for a fully licenced driver.
As an learner driver, the blood alcohol content should be .00.
The 28 year old man has been charged with driving recklessly or in a manner dangerous, learner driver exceeding the speed limit by more than 45kmh, mid range drink driving and driving as an unaccompanied learner. He has had his driver's licence automatically suspended.
The driver was refused bail and was scheduled to appear in the Goulburn Local Court on Wednesday
A 28 year old L Plate driver has been caught allegedly speeding and drink driving near Yass on Tuesday night.
The unaccompanied learner driver was detected by police on the Hume Highway for allegedly travelling at 162kmh in a 110kmh zone in a Toyota Camry sedan. However the speed limit for learner drivers is just 80kmh.
Police pulled over the driver from the ACT and breath tested him. He allegedly had a positive breath test reading of .120, more than twice the legal limit for a fully licenced driver.
As an learner driver, the blood alcohol content should be .00.
The 28 year old man has been charged with driving recklessly or in a manner dangerous, learner driver exceeding the speed limit by more than 45kmh, mid range drink driving and driving as an unaccompanied learner. He has had his driver's licence automatically suspended.
The driver was refused bail and was scheduled to appear in the Goulburn Local Court on Wednesday
Canadian Man In Wheelchair Bashed in Sydney
Assault - Man in Wheelchair Attacked By Two Young Men At Train Station at Mt Druitt Sydney
A 35 year old Canadian man is undergoing surgery for a skull fracture after being allegedly brutally bashed by two young men at a Sydney train station on Tuesday night.
The incident occurred at about 11pm Tuesday when the victim was waiting for a train on the platform of the Mt Druitt railway station. He was allegedly approached by two young men who began verbally abusing the man. The victim attempted to leave the station but was allegedly set upon by the youths.
When the Canadian man entered the lift, the two young men followed. One of the men allegedly punched the victim in the face which caused him to fall backwards out of his wheelchair. Disturbingly, the two young men then allegedly continued to attack the man by stomping on his body. They then allegedly tried to steal his wheelchair and belongings before hitting him in the head and body with metal bars.
It is alleged that the men then left the lift but returned a number of times to continue the assault on the victim. After fleeing the scene, one of the young men was arrested by police following a short pursuit. A 17 year old man is currently assisting police with their inquiries.
A search is underway to locate a second man who has been described as being of Pacific Islander appearance and aged in his teens.
The Canadian victim is in the Nepean Hospital currently undergoing surgery for a depressed skull fracture.
Anyone who witnessed the attack or has any information ion the incident is asked to contact Mt Druitt Police on (02) 9625 0000 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
A 35 year old Canadian man is undergoing surgery for a skull fracture after being allegedly brutally bashed by two young men at a Sydney train station on Tuesday night.
The incident occurred at about 11pm Tuesday when the victim was waiting for a train on the platform of the Mt Druitt railway station. He was allegedly approached by two young men who began verbally abusing the man. The victim attempted to leave the station but was allegedly set upon by the youths.
When the Canadian man entered the lift, the two young men followed. One of the men allegedly punched the victim in the face which caused him to fall backwards out of his wheelchair. Disturbingly, the two young men then allegedly continued to attack the man by stomping on his body. They then allegedly tried to steal his wheelchair and belongings before hitting him in the head and body with metal bars.
It is alleged that the men then left the lift but returned a number of times to continue the assault on the victim. After fleeing the scene, one of the young men was arrested by police following a short pursuit. A 17 year old man is currently assisting police with their inquiries.
A search is underway to locate a second man who has been described as being of Pacific Islander appearance and aged in his teens.
The Canadian victim is in the Nepean Hospital currently undergoing surgery for a depressed skull fracture.
Anyone who witnessed the attack or has any information ion the incident is asked to contact Mt Druitt Police on (02) 9625 0000 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Out of Control Car Crashes Into House
Lucky Escape for Residents After Car Crashes into Home Living Room - Essendon
Two people have been injured after an out of control car smashed into the living room of a house in Hoffman's Road, Essendon on Wednesday morning.
The accident is understood to have occurred at about 11.30am Wednesday when a car driven by a 39 year old man swerved off the road and ran into the house.
The driver was treated at the scene for minor cuts and abrasions. A woman resident at the house aged in her 70's was taken to the John Fawkner Private Hospital in Coburg to be treated for minor injuries. A male resident also aged in his 70's was not injured.
Police are conducting an investigation into the crash and have breath tested the driver who reportedly was not affected by alcohol.
Two people have been injured after an out of control car smashed into the living room of a house in Hoffman's Road, Essendon on Wednesday morning.
The accident is understood to have occurred at about 11.30am Wednesday when a car driven by a 39 year old man swerved off the road and ran into the house.
The driver was treated at the scene for minor cuts and abrasions. A woman resident at the house aged in her 70's was taken to the John Fawkner Private Hospital in Coburg to be treated for minor injuries. A male resident also aged in his 70's was not injured.
Police are conducting an investigation into the crash and have breath tested the driver who reportedly was not affected by alcohol.
Arrests and Charges Over Flemington Murder
Man Murdered in Flemington - Two Arrested and Charged
Police from the Homicide Aquad have charged two men in relation to the murder of a 43 year old man in Flemington on Tuesday morning.
A 30 year old man from Flemington has been charged with one count of murder while a 45 year old man also from Flemington was charged with being an accessory after the fact.
Police arrived at a residence in Railway Place West on Tuesday morning after a report was made to Ringwood Police. After arrival, they discovered the 43 year old man deceased. Homicide squad detectives attended the scene and declared that the death was suspicious.
The two men charged were arrested by police at the scene. Both men will appear in the Melbourne Magistrates Court on Wednesday afternoon.
Police from the Homicide Aquad have charged two men in relation to the murder of a 43 year old man in Flemington on Tuesday morning.
A 30 year old man from Flemington has been charged with one count of murder while a 45 year old man also from Flemington was charged with being an accessory after the fact.
Police arrived at a residence in Railway Place West on Tuesday morning after a report was made to Ringwood Police. After arrival, they discovered the 43 year old man deceased. Homicide squad detectives attended the scene and declared that the death was suspicious.
The two men charged were arrested by police at the scene. Both men will appear in the Melbourne Magistrates Court on Wednesday afternoon.
Consumer Confidence on the Rise in Australia
Consumer Sentiment Jumps According to Westpac Bank/Melbourne Institute Survey
Despite a hike in interest rates by the Reserve Bank, consumer confidence lifted in March according to the most recent survey conducted by the Westpac Bank and the Melbourne Institute.
The survey showed a rise in confidence from February to March of .2 per cent. The index was a seasonally adjusted 117.3 points in March compared to 117 points in February. Over the course of the last year, consumer sentiment has risen a massive 37.1 per cent.
The RBA's move to increase the cash rate to 4% has not dampened consumer confidence at all. This is despite the fact that most commentators predict the RBA to hike interest rates a number of times in 2010. The cash rate has now been lifted by 100 basis points or 1 per cent since October 2009.
The standard variable rate for most of the major banks is heading close to 7%. The National Australia Bank leads the field of the majors with the lowest standard variable interest rate.
Despite a hike in interest rates by the Reserve Bank, consumer confidence lifted in March according to the most recent survey conducted by the Westpac Bank and the Melbourne Institute.
The survey showed a rise in confidence from February to March of .2 per cent. The index was a seasonally adjusted 117.3 points in March compared to 117 points in February. Over the course of the last year, consumer sentiment has risen a massive 37.1 per cent.
The RBA's move to increase the cash rate to 4% has not dampened consumer confidence at all. This is despite the fact that most commentators predict the RBA to hike interest rates a number of times in 2010. The cash rate has now been lifted by 100 basis points or 1 per cent since October 2009.
The standard variable rate for most of the major banks is heading close to 7%. The National Australia Bank leads the field of the majors with the lowest standard variable interest rate.
Police Target Hoon and Drag Race Drivers in Road Blitz
Stung! Victoria Police Conduct Massive Road Safety Blitz Targeting Hoon Driving and Drag Racing in Campbellfield
Police have impounded 22 cars and handed out 80 notices for unroadworthy cars after a massive blitz on hoon and illegal drag racing in Campbellfield in Melbourne's northern suburbs on Monday night.
The operation was conducted by numerous police units from Fawkner, Epping, Melton, Maribyrnong, and Brimbank. Over 200 cars were checked by police as part of the sting.
As well as police, the Environmental Protection Authority as well as the Sheriff’s office were on the scene to assist.
The EPA issued 33 notices for noise pollution and the Sheriff was able to recover about $115,000 in traffic and parking fines which were outstanding.
The operation was conducted covertly, with police monitoring an area near a factory site in Campbellfield. At about 10pm, police blocked the escape of the drivers and swooped on the area. Every vehicle within the area was escorted to a check point where it was thoroughly examined.
People who had turned out to watch the drag racing and hooning were also stung. Each of the 300 crowd were also escorted through the checkpoint and hit with a $200 fine from Hume Council.
In addition to the cars being impounded and fines issued, police found 5 disqualified drivers, five unregistered cars, and issued notices for unsafe vehicles and p plate offences.
Police have warned that these types of operations to catch hoon drivers and drag racers will continue.
Police have impounded 22 cars and handed out 80 notices for unroadworthy cars after a massive blitz on hoon and illegal drag racing in Campbellfield in Melbourne's northern suburbs on Monday night.
The operation was conducted by numerous police units from Fawkner, Epping, Melton, Maribyrnong, and Brimbank. Over 200 cars were checked by police as part of the sting.
As well as police, the Environmental Protection Authority as well as the Sheriff’s office were on the scene to assist.
The EPA issued 33 notices for noise pollution and the Sheriff was able to recover about $115,000 in traffic and parking fines which were outstanding.
The operation was conducted covertly, with police monitoring an area near a factory site in Campbellfield. At about 10pm, police blocked the escape of the drivers and swooped on the area. Every vehicle within the area was escorted to a check point where it was thoroughly examined.
People who had turned out to watch the drag racing and hooning were also stung. Each of the 300 crowd were also escorted through the checkpoint and hit with a $200 fine from Hume Council.
In addition to the cars being impounded and fines issued, police found 5 disqualified drivers, five unregistered cars, and issued notices for unsafe vehicles and p plate offences.
Police have warned that these types of operations to catch hoon drivers and drag racers will continue.
Teenager Detained After Stabbing in Wagga
17 Year Old Arrested After Stabbing in Sturt Mall Wagga Wagga
An 18 year old man was in Wagga Base Hospital after being stabbed in an incident in Sturt Mall, Wagga on Monday.
The incident occurred at about 3pm Monday when an argument took place between a 17 year old man from Springvale and the 18 year old victim from Turvey Park. The argument turned into a fight and the 18 year old sustained a stab wound to the thigh.
After the stabbing, the 17 year old fled the scene in a car. Emergency services were quickly on the scene and transported the victim to the Wagga Base Hospital to receive treatment for his injury.
Later on Monday, police attended a home in Springvale believed to be the residence of the 17 year old. It is alleged that they saw a male fleeing from the property and diving into a water channel which contained flood waters. The male is unable to swim and needed to be rescued by a Senior Constable. It is also alleged that the male continued to resist arrest even after being rescued.
Police transported the male to hospital after it was reported that he swallowed an amount of water. He was under guard in hospital on Tuesday while police continued their investigation.
An 18 year old man was in Wagga Base Hospital after being stabbed in an incident in Sturt Mall, Wagga on Monday.
The incident occurred at about 3pm Monday when an argument took place between a 17 year old man from Springvale and the 18 year old victim from Turvey Park. The argument turned into a fight and the 18 year old sustained a stab wound to the thigh.
After the stabbing, the 17 year old fled the scene in a car. Emergency services were quickly on the scene and transported the victim to the Wagga Base Hospital to receive treatment for his injury.
Later on Monday, police attended a home in Springvale believed to be the residence of the 17 year old. It is alleged that they saw a male fleeing from the property and diving into a water channel which contained flood waters. The male is unable to swim and needed to be rescued by a Senior Constable. It is also alleged that the male continued to resist arrest even after being rescued.
Police transported the male to hospital after it was reported that he swallowed an amount of water. He was under guard in hospital on Tuesday while police continued their investigation.
Break Up? Michael Clarke Lara Bingle to Split
Reports Suggest Engagement Cancelled - Lara Bingle and Michael Clarke to Break Up - Clarke May Not become Australian Captain
Australian cricket Vice Captain is set to end his engagement to model Lara Bingle according to news reports on Wednesday. And in worse news for the cricketer, former test Captain Ian Chappel has cast doubt on whether Clarke could now become Captain of Australia.
Clarke cancelled his appearance in a one day international in New Zealand to fly back home to deal with "personal issues". Those issues have been widely reported to mean his relationship with Lara Bingle and the fallout after her shower photo was published.
It has been reported that Clarke is incredibly angry about the interview Bingle conducted with Woman's Day magazine just one week after the photo allegedly taken by Brendan Fevola was published. Bingle was said to have been paid about $200,000 for the interview.
Bingle was seen on Tuesday at the Bondi apartment that she shares with Clarke. At one point, Bingle stuck her hand out of the window and give the finger to waiting press below.
Lara Bingle has recently engaged celebrity agent Max Markson to act on her behalf. Some in the media have questioned the coincidence between her recent appointment of Markson and the publishing of the shower photo in Woman's Day. The magazine has stated categorically that they did not pay for the photo.
Commentators have stated that they are curious that the photo only emerged after Markson took Bingle on as a client. The follow up paid interview with the same magazine has raised just a few eyebrows in the industry.
Markson has shopped Bingle around to the TV networks for a price tag of $1 million. The networks are not said to be interested.
Australian cricket Vice Captain is set to end his engagement to model Lara Bingle according to news reports on Wednesday. And in worse news for the cricketer, former test Captain Ian Chappel has cast doubt on whether Clarke could now become Captain of Australia.
Clarke cancelled his appearance in a one day international in New Zealand to fly back home to deal with "personal issues". Those issues have been widely reported to mean his relationship with Lara Bingle and the fallout after her shower photo was published.
It has been reported that Clarke is incredibly angry about the interview Bingle conducted with Woman's Day magazine just one week after the photo allegedly taken by Brendan Fevola was published. Bingle was said to have been paid about $200,000 for the interview.
Bingle was seen on Tuesday at the Bondi apartment that she shares with Clarke. At one point, Bingle stuck her hand out of the window and give the finger to waiting press below.
Lara Bingle has recently engaged celebrity agent Max Markson to act on her behalf. Some in the media have questioned the coincidence between her recent appointment of Markson and the publishing of the shower photo in Woman's Day. The magazine has stated categorically that they did not pay for the photo.
Commentators have stated that they are curious that the photo only emerged after Markson took Bingle on as a client. The follow up paid interview with the same magazine has raised just a few eyebrows in the industry.
Markson has shopped Bingle around to the TV networks for a price tag of $1 million. The networks are not said to be interested.
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