WATCH IT: Injured man returns to crash, dramatic arrest follows
A DRAMATIC arrest has unfolded in Townsville after an alleged driver of a smashed car returned to the crash scene this morning.
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A DRAMATIC arrest has unfolded in Townsville after an alleged driver of a smashed car returned to the crash scene this morning.
Emergency services found the white SUV flipped on its roof with its smashed windows outside Hotel Allen on Eyre Street in Northward about 9.30am.
District Duty Officer Senior Sergeant Matt Lyons said there were no occupants on scene upon arrival.
Snr Sgt Lyons said early investigations suggested an unfortunate miscalculation may be to blame for the crash.
“It could be a combination of speed, angle, and just misfortune here that the vehicle has rolled,” Snr Sgt Lyons said.
“It’s certainly something you can try probably 50 times and never have happened but this morning it has.
“It’s probably just a warning for members of the public that when reversing be mindful of your driving techniques and be mindful of your surroundings, and do it carefully.”
The alleged driver and owner of the SUV returned while emergency services were still on scene, with the Bulletin there to capture it.
The man, who had blood stains on his pants and appeared to have a leg injury could be heard saying he was not involved in the crash.
Police officers proceeded to arrest the man who was then transported by officers to a nearby police station after refusing to do a breath and alcohol test.
“Police believe that he was the owner of the vehicle and inquiries have established that he is the owner of the vehicle and we believe he was driving the vehicle at the time,” Snr Sgt Miles said.
“I can inform you that advice from police on scene is that the male appears to be grossly affected by liquor.”
Originally published as WATCH IT: Injured man returns to crash, dramatic arrest follows
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