Darwin police have charged a 61-year-old man following the death of a 27-year-old woman in a hit-and-run collision on December 27. It’s a grim reminder that even in a relatively small city, tragedy can strike, and accountability-even delayed-can follow.
Deadly Crash Highlights Road Safety Concerns
A 61-year-old man is facing charges after a woman died after being struck by a vehicle in Darwin.
- A 27-year-old indigenous woman died after being hit by a car on Bagot Road in Ludmilla.
- The driver allegedly left the scene and failed to report the incident to authorities.
- Police arrested the 61-year-old man seven days after the collision.
- The stretch of Bagot Road where the incident occurred had a broken streetlight that hadn’t been repaired.
What are the legal requirements after a traffic accident? According to authorities, anyone involved in a traffic crash is legally obligated to stop, provide assistance if possible, and instantly notify the police. failure to do so carries significant legal consequences, especially when injuries or fatalities occur.
Several pedestrians have been killed on Bagot Road.
After an extensive inquiry led by the major crash investigation unit,police arrested the 61-year-old man on Friday,January 4,2025-seven days after the incident. The investigation involved reviewing CCTV footage, a detailed examination of the crash site, forensic analysis, and gathering statements from witnesses.
Senior constable craig Tregea emphasized the legal obligations following a traffic incident. “Failing to do so can have serious legal consequences, particularly where a person is injured or killed,” he stated.
