Driver seriously hurt after alleged carjacking crash on Melbourne's Eastlink
A vehicle believed to have been stolen in Bentleigh was involved in a crash on Eastlink, leaving the driver in serious condition and two passengers with minor injuries.
Police say a car was taken from a Bentleigh address on Friday night and later collided on Eastlink early Saturday. The driver of the stolen car sustained serious injuries and required hospitalization. Two other occupants escaped with injuries that are not life-threatening. Authorities are investigating the incident as a possible carjacking.
Why it matters
The incident highlights concerns about vehicle theft and road safety in Melbourne.
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