A teenage woman is in hospital after hitting a light-weight pole whereas leaning exterior of an allegedly stolen car final weekend, Hamilton police say.
Shortly after 10:30 p.m. on Sept. 13, Hamilton police stated its officers responded to a collision involving a Volkswagen SUV that was reported as stolen. The crash occurred close to Mohawk and Ashton roads.
According to police, three feminine teenagers – a 15-year-old driver, a 16-year-old passenger and a 15-year-old passenger – had been allegedly within the Volkswagen.
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Investigators stated in a information launch Wednesday that “for unknown causes,” the 16-year-old teen was leaning exterior the passenger facet of the car once they struck a light-weight pole on Mohawk Road West.
The Volkswagen then turned southbound on Ashton Road, the place the woman was faraway from the car. She had suffered vital accidents.
“As the driving force tried to flee, the SUV struck a witness car that had stopped to offer help to the critically injured feminine youth. The stolen car was deserted on Darlington Street a brief distance away,” police stated.
“Thanks to a witness, one of many occupants was positioned that night. The remaining occupant has since recognized themselves to police and has been interviewed. Charges are anticipated; nevertheless, the investigation stays ongoing.”
The youngsters’ identities weren’t launched as a consequence of provisions beneath the Youth Criminal Justice Act. The 16-year-old teen stays in hospital in severe situation, police stated.
An investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with data is requested to contact police.
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