Alice Springs hit-and-run: Male youth, 18, charged over May incident that left 57-year-old man dead
The charge comes more than five months after a roadside incident that left a 57-year-old man dead near a BMX track.
An 18-year-old youth has been arrested and charged over an alleged hit-and-run incident in Alice Springs that left a 57-year-old man dead.
The Northern Territory Police Force revealed the male youth was arrested and charged by its Major Crash Investigation Unit in relation to the incident on 20 May, this year.
It’s alleged that during the crash the victim received “catastrophic injuries and died at the scene”.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.The 57-year-old was last seen alive at 8.10pm on the night in question on Ken Little Drive near a local BMX track.
The Centralian reported that several vehicles were seen passing through the area where the body of the man was found at about 9pm, including a four-wheel-drive and a sedan, both of which police were seeking details on in relation to the crash.
The 18-year-old has been charged with dangerous driving causing death, hit-and-run and multiple other offences and has been remanded in custody to appear in the Alice Springs Local Court tomorrow on October 22.
“The investigation has involved a coordinated effort by specialist police units from across the Northern Territory,” NT Police said in a statement.
“Police acknowledge and appreciate everyone who came forward and assisted investigators.”
Anyone with further details on the incident are urged to contact police on 131444 or anonymously through crimestoppers.
