Driver faces attempted murder for pinning man with trailer

Police were summoned to a residence on Morrow Road in O'Sullivan Beach around 5:30pm on Friday due to a man using "accelerant" on the property.

December 14th 2024.

Driver faces attempted murder for pinning man with trailer
In a quiet beachside suburb of Adelaide, a man has been accused of attempting to murder another man by trapping him between a car and a trailer. The incident occurred on Friday evening, when police responded to a call on Morrow Road in O'Sullivan Beach. According to reports, the accused man had been seen pouring a flammable substance on the property.

Upon confrontation by the homeowner, the alleged offender quickly got into his car and drove it towards the resident. The 61-year-old homeowner was then pinned between the car and trailer, while the driver fled the scene. Emergency services were called in to help free the trapped homeowner, who was then treated for injuries by paramedics. He is currently in the hospital in a stable but serious condition.

Following the incident, police arrested a 31-year-old man from Christie Downs. He has been charged with attempted murder, endangering life, and arson. The accused was denied bail and is scheduled to appear in the Adelaide Magistrates Court tomorrow. This is not the first time the accused man has been in the news, as he was recently involved in a high-profile Sydney siege.

Meanwhile, people in the community are shocked and saddened by the incident. Those who know the homeowner, who has been living in the area for over a decade, describe him as a well-liked and friendly person. Paul Brown, a local resident, expressed his disbelief, saying, "He is a nice guy, and to have this happen so close to Christmas is a travesty."

Investigations into the incident are ongoing, and police are appealing to anyone with information or CCTV footage to come forward. They also believe that the two men involved in the incident are acquainted with each other. As the community and authorities try to make sense of this shocking event, the thoughts and prayers of many are with the injured homeowner and his loved ones.

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