The son of South Australia’s police commissioner has died in hospital after being struck by a automotive in an alleged hit-run incident throughout schoolies celebrations.
Charlie Stevens, 18, sustained an irreversible mind damage after being hit about 9pm on Friday in Goolwa, about 90km southeast of Adelaide, an emotional SA Police Deputy Commissioner Linda Williams advised reporters.
SA Police Commissioner Grant Stevens.Credit score: Getty
Police mentioned the 18-year-old driver did not cease on the scene however was discovered close by.
He has been charged with inflicting hurt by harmful driving, aggravated driving with out due care, leaving the scene of a severe crash and failing to honestly reply questions.
The person has been refused bail and can face Christies Seaside Magistrates Court docket on Monday.
Police mentioned Charlie Stevens died surrounded by household and pals about 7pm on Saturday.
In a press release, Commissioner Grant Stevens and his spouse Emma thanked police, first responders and different emergency providers employees who attended the incident.
“The Stevens household additionally want to thank the broader group for his or her help throughout this troublesome time specifically the household acknowledge the devoted employees on the Flinders Medical Centre for his or her care and help of Charlie and his household and pals,” they mentioned.
Premier Peter Malinauskas mentioned the ideas of all South Australians have been with Mr and Mrs Stevens and their youngsters.