57-Year-Old Man Arrested After Ute Hits Two 12-Year-Olds in Mildura Mall
Police say a 57-year-old man was arrested after his ute struck two 12-year-old boys in Mildura's Langtree Mall, sending them to hospital, one flown to Melbourne with serious injuries.
A 57-year-old male suspect was taken into custody after investigators allege his ute collided with two 12-year-old boys inside Langtree Mall in Mildura. Both children received medical treatment; one required air transport to a Melbourne hospital for serious injuries. Detectives are also examining whether the crash is connected to damage reported at a nearby shopfront.
Why it matters
The incident highlights public safety concerns in crowded retail spaces and prompts a police investigation into possible related vandalism.
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