Homebush crash: Man allegedly assaulted after 16-year-old driver hits a 17-year-old pedestrian in Queensland

Max Corstorphan
The Nightly
A vehicle-pedestrian crash allegedly turned into a brutal assault after a 16-year-old driver stuck a 17-year-old girl on Saturday night.
A vehicle-pedestrian crash allegedly turned into a brutal assault after a 16-year-old driver stuck a 17-year-old girl on Saturday night. Credit: AAP

Police are investigating a serious vehicle-pedestrian crash and subsequent assault that allegedly occurred on Saturday night.

Reports suggest that around 9.45pm, a white utility was seen driving dangerously along Homebush Road in Homebush, Queensland.

Shortly after, a red Mazda 3 travelling westbound struck a 17-year-old girl who was on the roadway.

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Following the collision, the Mazda continued briefly before stopping, at which point a group of people nearby allegedly approached and assaulted a 53-year-old male passenger.

Police arrived at the scene shortly afterwards, dispersing the crowd.

The 17-year-old Glenella girl was transported to Mackay Base Hospital, where she remains in serious but stable condition.

The 53-year-old man from Sarina who was allegedly assaulted was treated at the scene.

Three others in the Mazda, including a 16-year-old female driver, a 12-year-old boy, and a 56-year-old woman, were unharmed.

Police are calling for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has dashcam or CCTV footage to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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