Victoria Police Hunt for Teen Charged in Fatal Crash After Bail Breach
July 10, 2024Victoria police are searching for a 17-year-old boy who went missing after being granted bail following a fatal crash in Burwood.
The teenager was charged with culpable driving causing death and was driving a stolen Jeep Cherokee at the time of the collision.
Despite bail conditions requiring him to stay at home, he failed to comply and his whereabouts are unknown.
The stolen Jeep was connected to an aggravated burglary and armed robbery prior to the crash.
Two 15-year-old girls have been charged with car theft related to the incident, and three other males are wanted in connection with the case.
Taylor's family is deeply affected, mourning the loss of the trainee doctor.
The incident has reignited debate about Victorian bail laws, with acting premier Ben Carroll defending the system.
The boy was arrested for allegedly breaching bail conditions, facing charges including culpable driving and theft of a motorcar.
Police believe he was one of six young people involved in the crash, with concerns about his suitability for supervision despite the magistrate deeming the prosecution case weak.
Additional evidence includes CCTV footage of someone wearing white sneakers, similar to those seized from the accused's home.
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The Guardian • Jul 9, 2024
Police search for teenager bailed over alleged crash that killed 28-year-old in Melbournenews.com.au — Australia’s leading news site • Jul 9, 2024
Teen accused of fatal crash on the runThe Age • Jul 9, 2024
Boy bailed over driver’s death in Burwood has gone missingThe Age • Jul 9, 2024
Boy charged over driver’s death in Burwood arrested after allegedly breaching bail