Multiple people injured after car drives into Newcastle Knights fans
A car drove into a crowd of Newcastle Knights fans gathered to wave off the team, injuring several people. The incident happened on Newcastle Link Road as the team left for Sunday’s NRL Grand Final, and emergency services said the situation was still unfolding.
More than 10 ambulances and three helicopters attended the scene. NSW MP Sonia Hornery said fans had been cheering the team coach; Newcastle Link Road was closed in both directions, and she urged people to avoid the area.
- A car struck a crowd of Knights fans in Newcastle.
- Several people were injured, with the situation still evolving.
- More than 10 ambulances and three helicopters responded.
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The Newcastle Knights is an Australian rugby league team in the National Rugby League, the country's top rugby league competition. The team was heading to the Grand Final, the National Rugby League's championship match.
Supporters had gathered on Newcastle Link Road to wave off the team as it left for the Grand Final. A car drove into the crowd, injuring multiple people.
Fans gather to show support for their local teams before major sporting events. The Grand Final is a significant occasion in Australia's sporting calendar.