Police Arrest Driver After Hit-run Crashes At Gawler

Two pedestrians were struck by a vehicle near a shopping centre car park at Gawler this evening.

Police and paramedics were called to Commercial Lane, Gawler about 5.40pm on Thursday 7 May by reports a car had been involved in multiple collisions in the car park.

It was reported that three vehicles were hit in the car park by a Volkswagen sedan, which then also collided with two pedestrians in Centenary Lane. It will be alleged the Volkswagen did not stop and left the scene.

A 14-year-old boy and a 43-year-old woman were both taken to hospital by ambulance. Thankfully, their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Following investigations, police attended a Lewiston address where they located the vehicle and arrested the alleged driver about 6.30pm.

The 41-year-old Lewiston man is expected to be charged with multiple driving offences, including driving without due care and leaving the scene of a collision.

He is expected to appear in the Elizabeth Magistrates Court tomorrow.

A Volkswagen sedan was seized and towed away for forensic examination.

Investigation into the events is ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed this incident or has dashcam, mobile phone or CCTV footage is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at www.crimestopperssa.com.au or 1800 333 000

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