On Thursday, a car drove into a crowd of pedestrians in Melbourne. The driver and another person have been detained, the latter of whom was questioned and later released.
"Nine of the victims are overseas nationals including South Korea, China, Italy, India, Venezuela, Ireland and New Zealand," the statement said.
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According to the police, a total of 20 people were sent to hospitals, 14 of whom are still in the medical facilities.
The investigation into the incident where a number of pedestrians were struck in the Melbourne CBD yesterday continues. Currently four people have been discharged, 14 people remain in hospital, three of which are critical.
— Victoria Police (@VictoriaPolice) 22 декабря 2017 г.
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The statement added that local law enforcement agencies believed that the incident was not part of a coordinated attack.
In connection with the incident, a 32-year-old Australian of Afghan origin, who was driving the car was detained. According to the authorities, he underwent treatment for a mental disorder.
