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Gympie pedestrian seriously injured after stolen van allegedly runs him down - Gympie, QLD
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Police are investigating an alleged hit-and-run in which a 45-year-old man was struck and dragged by a stolen van before the vehicle was reportedly involved in another dangerous incident.
A 45-year-old Gympie man has suffered serious injuries after he was allegedly struck by a stolen silver van in a late-night incident near Iron Street Park.
Police say the incident occurred at about 11pm on Tuesday when the man, identified as Rafael Guevara, was walking towards a pub. The van allegedly slowed beside him before accelerating and striking him. He was reportedly dragged underneath the vehicle.
After getting free, Guevara attempted to escape, but police say the driver allegedly tried to hit him again as he ran towards nearby trees. He eventually managed to get assistance and emergency services were contacted.
Guevara was taken to Gympie Hospital, where doctors found multiple injuries, including hairline fractures, a broken nose and a crushed eye socket that required facial plates. His family said he was in a serious condition following the incident, including a period when his breathing reportedly stopped.
He has since returned home but may require further medical treatment.
Police confirmed the vehicle involved had been reported stolen. Investigators say the same van was later allegedly seen swerving in front of a 15-year-old cyclist. The cyclist was not injured.
Detectives are now investigating the circumstances surrounding the alleged attack and are appealing for information from members of the public.
Police are particularly seeking dashcam footage, CCTV recordings or other information that could help identify the driver and establish the vehicle's movements before and after the incident.
The investigation remains ongoing, and no allegations have been proven in court.
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A 45-year-old Gympie man has suffered serious injuries after he was allegedly struck by a stolen silver van in a late-night incident near Iron Street Park.
Police say the incident occurred at about 11pm on Tuesday when the man, identified as Rafael Guevara, was walking towards a pub. The van allegedly slowed beside him before accelerating and striking him. He was reportedly dragged underneath the vehicle.
After getting free, Guevara attempted to escape, but police say the driver allegedly tried to hit him again as he ran towards nearby trees. He eventually managed to get assistance and emergency services were contacted.
Guevara was taken to Gympie Hospital, where doctors found multiple injuries, including hairline fractures, a broken nose and a crushed eye socket that required facial plates. His family said he was in a serious condition following the incident, including a period when his breathing reportedly stopped.
He has since returned home but may require further medical treatment.
Police confirmed the vehicle involved had been reported stolen. Investigators say the same van was later allegedly seen swerving in front of a 15-year-old cyclist. The cyclist was not injured.
Detectives are now investigating the circumstances surrounding the alleged attack and are appealing for information from members of the public.
Police are particularly seeking dashcam footage, CCTV recordings or other information that could help identify the driver and establish the vehicle's movements before and after the incident.
The investigation remains ongoing, and no allegations have been proven in court.
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