Multiple Vehicle Collision on M4 Presumed to be Caused by Illegal U-Turn: Appeal for Dash Cam Footage
A serious incident occurred on the M4 motorway in Sydney on the night of November 13, resulting in multiple vehicle collisions and prompting an urgent appeal for dash cam footage. The incident took place around 10:20 pm on the M7 ramp connecting to the M4, heading from Penrith towards Parramatta.
Details of the Incident
According to a driver involved in the collision, a black SUV unexpectedly appeared in the fast lane from the grass verge along the motorway. In an attempt to avoid colliding with this vehicle, the driver swerved, which led to a chain-reaction accident involving several vehicles. Following the collision, the SUV accelerated away from the scene and remains unidentified by authorities.
Preliminary police investigations suggest that the SUV’s abrupt appearance was likely due to an illegal U-turn, possibly caused by the heavy congestion westbound on the M4 at the time. However, the driver involved raises questions about whether the vehicle might have stopped in the middle of the road rather than executing a U-turn.
Eyewitness Account and Traffic Conditions
The involved driver recounts that, prior to the crash, Waze navigation app issued a warning about a vehicle on the shoulder of the road. Upon inspecting the left side of the lane, the driver noted no vehicle was present. Meanwhile, the suspicious SUV appeared suddenly on the extreme right lane without any lights — no headlights or brake lights visible — which is unusual for a vehicle stopped at night.
This unexpected appearance contributed to the chaos on the motorway and has raised concerns about the driver’s intentions and the circumstances leading up to the event.
Call for Public Assistance
Authorities are seeking assistance from the public, specifically asking residents or motorists who were traveling along the M4 between approximately 9:30 pm and 10:30 pm, especially those with dash cam footage. Any visual or photographic evidence depicting the suspicious vehicle, particularly details such as the license plate, could be instrumental in helping police identify the vehicle and its driver.
Given the difficulty in deciphering the blurry license plate from available footage, even a clear image of the vehicle would be highly valuable.
Conclusion
This incident underscores the importance of vigilance and the role of community cooperation in traffic safety investigations. If you have any relevant dash cam footage or information, please contact local authorities to assist in their efforts to resolve this case and prevent similar incidents in the future.
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