Teenager Struck by Police Vehicle in Sydney's North
A 16-year-old boy is recovering in hospital after being struck by a police car in Sydney's upper north shore late Friday night. The incident occurred following reports of a group of teenagers, one allegedly armed with a knife, chasing another person near Gordon Railway Station.
Police Response to Disturbance
Officers were called to Gordon Railway Station around 11:30pm on Friday after receiving multiple reports about a group of teenage boys involved in a chase. According to police statements, one of the youths was reportedly carrying a knife during the confrontation.
The situation escalated when police located and arrested a 16-year-old boy on Wade Lane. However, the teenager allegedly broke free from officers and attempted to flee the scene on foot.
Collision and Aftermath
During his escape attempt, the youth ran into the path of an approaching police vehicle and was struck. Paramedics treated the teenager at the scene for what were described as minor injuries before transporting him to hospital for further medical assessment.
Police confirmed they recovered the knife allegedly involved in the initial incident and have seized it for forensic examination. The weapon will undergo detailed analysis as part of the ongoing investigation.
Ongoing Police Investigations
Authorities have launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding both the initial disturbance and the subsequent collision. New South Wales Police stated that their inquiries are continuing and that all protocols are being followed regarding incidents involving police vehicles.
The incident has raised questions about public safety and police procedures in responding to armed incidents involving juveniles. Local residents expressed shock at the late-night disturbance in what is typically considered a quiet suburban area.
Police are appealing for any witnesses who haven't yet come forward to contact Crime Stoppers as they work to piece together the complete sequence of events that led to the teenager's injuries.
