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One dead after car hits pedestrians in Melbourne, police say

One dead after car hits pedestrians in Melbourne, police say

A man is arrested following a collision in which police say a car mounted a kerb and struck pedestrians.

April 18, 2026 at 11:09 AM Original source
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Andy SerkisCelebrity

Andy Serkis is a renowned actor and director known for his motion capture performances.

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Bonnie WrightCelebrity

Bonnie Wright is an actress best known for her role as Ginny Weasley in the Harry Potter series.

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Mark Humphery-JennerAcademic

Mark Humphery-Jenner is an Associate Professor of Finance at UNSW.

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Ascot Vale, Victoria, Australia Melbourne, Australia Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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One dead after car hits pedestrians in Melbourne, police say
BBC Newsvia rss

A man is arrested following a collision in which police say a car mounted a kerb and struck pedestrians.

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Breaking: Pedestrian killed, another injured in collision outside Melbourne showgrounds
ABC Australiavia ai

A car mounted a kerb on Langs Road in Ascot Vale, striking two pedestrians; one died at the scene, and the other was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries.

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One killed after car swerves into group of people in Melbourne
The Straits Timesvia ai

A car mounted a kerb and struck two pedestrians just before 5 p.m. local time; an arrest was made at the scene, and the investigation is ongoing.

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