Wiley Park: Driver taken into custody after nan killed as car ploughs into house
Police are trying to piece together what happened after a man was killed when a car ploughed into a house in Sydney’s southwest.
Just before 12.30am on Monday emergency services were called to Cornelia Street, Wiley Park, after reports a car had crashed into a house.
For reasons still under investigation, it is believed a Toyota Corolla allegedly left the roadway and went through a fence, before crashing into the front of the house.
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Despite the efforts of first responders, he could not be revived and died at the scene.
The man is yet to be formally identified, however, he is believed to be aged in his 20s.
The driver – a 24-year-old man – was arrested at the scene and taken to hospital for mandatory testing.
He was later taken to Campsie Police Station where he is assisting police with inquiries.
A crime scene has been established, which will be examined by specialist police.
Officers from Campsie Police Area Command have commenced an investigation. Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000.
