A tragic incident unfolded as one individual lost their life at the scene, yet to be officially identified.
Another pedestrian was rushed to the hospital, suffering from life-threatening injuries.
The incident occurred during the bustling Supanova Comic Con, an event that drew thousands of attendees.
Eyewitnesses recounted to 9News the harrowing moment when a car sped towards a crowd, creating a scene of chaos and panic.
Among the witnesses was Tom, who had just exited the festival with his wife when he witnessed the shocking event.
A witness named Tom said he had just left the festival with his wife when he witnessed the incident.
He said he saw the car do a u-turn and drive towards him, but it stalled.
Tom claims he ran up to the driver to stop him from fleeing.
“He was erratic,” Tom said. “I said, ‘you’re not going anywhere mate’.”
Tom’s wife, a paramedic, worked on one victim for 20 minutes., before being relieved by responding emergency services.
“He couldn’t move, but he was breathing,” he said.
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