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7NEWS
3 days ago
- 7NEWS
Teenager accused of ploughing through fatal crash site in Ipswich nearly hitting police granted bail
An Ipswich teenager accused of speeding through a fatal crash scene, forcing police to jump for their lives, has been granted bail as court revelations paint a picture of a dangerous driving history. Police said the 18-year-old drove a black Holden Commodore ute through a roadblock on Fernvale Road in Brassall just after 1.40am on Sunday, while officers were investigating a deadly crash. Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today Bodycam footage shows the moment police scramble to safety as the ute races through, disturbing critical evidence. The vehicle did not stop and left the scene. Taj Knorre was arrested on Monday at a home in Coalfalls and charged with several offences including endangering police and driving unlicensed. In court, it was revealed his licence had already been suspended after he was caught driving at 147km/h in a 100km/h zone. Outside court, Knorre claimed he wasn't a hoon. His parents are vowing to sell his car. The teen was asked by 7NEWS how he felt about his parents' decision: 'Not too bad, probably the right choice to make.' But when pressed on whether he saw the police roadblock, Knorre replied: 'I saw the roadblock, but it's not as they say it is…' A teenager has been charged after driving through a fatal crash scene, narrowly missing police. He claimed he is not fighting any charges. But when questioned if that meant he was admitting guilt, he added: 'I ain't saying nothin'.' No one was injured but police said the incident disturbed evidence related to the earlier crash at Fernvale Rd at Brassall, in Ipswich, Queensland. Knorre is due to face court again later this month.
The Advertiser
4 days ago
- The Advertiser
Man charged after car speeds through crash scene, narrowly misses cop
Police have charged an 18-year-old man after he allegedly sped through a police roadblock at a fatal crash scene. Emergency services blocked the road following a head-on collision between a white Mazda 3 and a white Kia Seltos at Ipswich in Queensland at 8.40pm on June 14. Around 1.40am, the man allegedly drove a black Holden Commodore ute through the roadblock. Police allege he then continued to drive directly through the crash scene, narrowly missing police officers, before he left the area. After investigations, police attended a property on Rowland Terrace, Coalfall, on June 15, where they located the Commodore and arrested the man. He has been charged with driving a motor vehicle without a driver's licence, driving without a licence plate attached and endangering police officer when driving a motor vehicle. He was remanded in custody on June 17 and is due to face Ipswich Magistrates Court on June 18. The driver and sole occupant of the Mazda, an 18-year-old man, died at the scene of the fatal crash, and the female driver of the Kia, 24, was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital. READ MORE: 'Miracle' claims as car ploughs into church, narrowly missing parishioners Police have charged an 18-year-old man after he allegedly sped through a police roadblock at a fatal crash scene. Emergency services blocked the road following a head-on collision between a white Mazda 3 and a white Kia Seltos at Ipswich in Queensland at 8.40pm on June 14. Around 1.40am, the man allegedly drove a black Holden Commodore ute through the roadblock. Police allege he then continued to drive directly through the crash scene, narrowly missing police officers, before he left the area. After investigations, police attended a property on Rowland Terrace, Coalfall, on June 15, where they located the Commodore and arrested the man. He has been charged with driving a motor vehicle without a driver's licence, driving without a licence plate attached and endangering police officer when driving a motor vehicle. He was remanded in custody on June 17 and is due to face Ipswich Magistrates Court on June 18. The driver and sole occupant of the Mazda, an 18-year-old man, died at the scene of the fatal crash, and the female driver of the Kia, 24, was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital. READ MORE: 'Miracle' claims as car ploughs into church, narrowly missing parishioners Police have charged an 18-year-old man after he allegedly sped through a police roadblock at a fatal crash scene. Emergency services blocked the road following a head-on collision between a white Mazda 3 and a white Kia Seltos at Ipswich in Queensland at 8.40pm on June 14. Around 1.40am, the man allegedly drove a black Holden Commodore ute through the roadblock. Police allege he then continued to drive directly through the crash scene, narrowly missing police officers, before he left the area. After investigations, police attended a property on Rowland Terrace, Coalfall, on June 15, where they located the Commodore and arrested the man. He has been charged with driving a motor vehicle without a driver's licence, driving without a licence plate attached and endangering police officer when driving a motor vehicle. He was remanded in custody on June 17 and is due to face Ipswich Magistrates Court on June 18. The driver and sole occupant of the Mazda, an 18-year-old man, died at the scene of the fatal crash, and the female driver of the Kia, 24, was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital. READ MORE: 'Miracle' claims as car ploughs into church, narrowly missing parishioners Police have charged an 18-year-old man after he allegedly sped through a police roadblock at a fatal crash scene. Emergency services blocked the road following a head-on collision between a white Mazda 3 and a white Kia Seltos at Ipswich in Queensland at 8.40pm on June 14. Around 1.40am, the man allegedly drove a black Holden Commodore ute through the roadblock. Police allege he then continued to drive directly through the crash scene, narrowly missing police officers, before he left the area. After investigations, police attended a property on Rowland Terrace, Coalfall, on June 15, where they located the Commodore and arrested the man. He has been charged with driving a motor vehicle without a driver's licence, driving without a licence plate attached and endangering police officer when driving a motor vehicle. He was remanded in custody on June 17 and is due to face Ipswich Magistrates Court on June 18. The driver and sole occupant of the Mazda, an 18-year-old man, died at the scene of the fatal crash, and the female driver of the Kia, 24, was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital. READ MORE: 'Miracle' claims as car ploughs into church, narrowly missing parishioners
7NEWS
4 days ago
- 7NEWS
Brawl at busy intersection at Ashmore on the Gold Coast ends in heavy fines
New details have emerged of a violent and chaotic clash between two drivers at a busy Gold Coast intersection, which brought traffic to a standstill and left motorists caught in the crossfire. The roadside punch-up that shocked millions online has ended in a string of traffic fines and police say the investigation isn't over yet. Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today The incident unfolded on June 14 at the intersection of Currumburra Road in Ashmore, Queensland. In disturbing footage that has gone viral, the driver of a white Holden Commodore is seen confronting the driver of a silver Volkswagen Amarok, fists flying in broad daylight. At one point, the Commodore driver is heard shouting 'come on', throwing multiple punches. The Volkswagen driver, seemingly trying to escape, executes a dangerous U-turn over the median strip, but circles back moments later, escalating the already tense stand-off. Traffic in all directions came to a halt as onlookers watched the brazen brawl unfold. The video clocked more than four million views on Facebook. Gold Coast Highway Patrol officers confirmed both men have received fines following an official investigation. The 57-year-old Ashmore man behind the wheel of the white Commodore was hit with two infringement notices totalling $1338 and seven demerit points for failing to wear a seatbelt and ignoring a directional arrow on the road. The 52-year-old driver of the Volkswagen Amarok copped a fine of $1031 and lost five demerit points for four separate offences, including careless driving, failing to signal, obstructing another vehicle's path, and not staying within marked lanes. Police said it was still investigating the incident. The fiery altercation has reignited concerns around road rage on Queensland roads, especially as dashcams and smartphones continue to expose jaw-dropping driver behaviour in real-time.
Perth Now
4 days ago
- Perth Now
Man admits manslaughter of mother-of-four
A man accused of murdering a mother-of-four by hitting her with a car on a rural property has pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of manslaughter. Jacqui Purton, who has also used the last name Bergman, died in March 2023 at Campania, about 35km northeast of Hobart. James Kenneth Austin was initially charged with murdering the 37-year-old and has been in custody since the incident. On Tuesday he pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the Supreme Court of Tasmania in Hobart. Austin admitted driving a car at Ms Purton, and being negligent and failing to take reasonable precautions to avoid danger to human life. No further details were aired in court. "I hope my daughter haunts you, you scum," Ms Purton's mother yelled out in court at the conclusion of proceedings. Austin, who was remanded in custody, will return to court on June 30 for sentencing submissions. In a social media post shortly after Ms Purton's death, her father Scott Purton said she would always be loved. "My heart and my family's hearts have been ripped apart," he wrote. "To my grandkids, words cannot express how your mum loved U (sic) all." A white Holden Commodore was towed from the property during initial police investigations.
Courier-Mail
4 days ago
- Courier-Mail
Teen charged after allegedly driving through Brisbane police roadblock near fatal crash
Don't miss out on the headlines from National Breaking News. Followed categories will be added to My News. Footage has emerged of the moment a car narrowly avoided police as they investigated a fatal crash in Brisbane's outer suburbs. Police footage shows a black Holden Commodore ute drive through the Brassall roadblock at speed, about 1.40am on Sunday. The footage shows officers jumping out of the way as the car passes. Footage has emerged of the moment a car narrowly avoided police investigating a fatal crash in Brisbane's outer suburbs. Picture: NewsWire Handout Queensland police have charged an 18-year-old man with dangerous driving offences, including endangering a police officer following the alleged incident. Officers from the Forensic Crash Unit and partner agencies were attending the scene of a fatal traffic crash at Fernvale Road at the time. Police will allege the black Holden utility travelled through the roadblock and then proceeded to drive directly through the crash scene, narrowly missing police officers and other agency staff, before leaving the area. Footage has emerged of the moment a car narrowly avoided police investigating a fatal crash in Brisbane's outer suburbs. Police footage shows a black Holden Commodore ute drive through the roadblock at speed, with investigators jumping out of the way, about 1.40am on Sunday. Police have charged an 18-year-old man with dangerous driving offences, including endangering a police officer. Picture: NewsWire Handout Police said officers later attended a Rowland Terrace, Coalfall address on Sunday, where they located the car and arrested an 18-year-old Coalfall man. Police charged the teenager with driving a motor vehicle without a drivers licence, driving without a license plate attached and endangering a police officer when driving a motor vehicle. He has been remanded in custody and will appear in Ipswich Magistrates Court on June 18. Originally published as Teen charged after allegedly driving through police roadblock near fatal crash
