ACT Policing media release
Two in hospital after collision
Friday, 19 June 2009
ACT Policing’s Collision Investigation and Reconstruction Team are investigating a collision outside the Australia Post building in Weston today (June 19).
Police were called to the scene around 10.39am after reports a vehicle had collided with the building, hitting an elderly pedestrian as she stood outside the post office.
The driver, a 69-year-old man from Holder was conveyed to The Canberra Hospital suffering from shock.
The 79-year-old pedestrian from Holder, was conveyed to The Canberra Hospital with severe leg injuries.
Police are yet to determine the cause of the collision or whether any charges will be laid.
Police would urge anyone who witnessed the collision and are yet to speak to police, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via the website www.act.crimestoppers.com.au.
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