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36-year-old man charged following Coolalinga car crash

October 14, 2025 7:58 am in by
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Police are calling for information from the public in relation to a car crash in Coolalinga.

Police received reports of a white ute driving in the wrong direction on the Stuart Highway at around 3pm on Sunday (October 12).

It’s alleged the ute then collided head-on with a Toyota Prado which caused major damage to both cars.

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Nobody was injured during the crash.

The 36-year-old male driver of the ute allegedly refused a breath test and was later arrested.

He’s been charged with a string of offences, including driving under the influence of alcohol.

He’s set to face court in Darwin on October 21.

Anyone with information is being asked to contact police on 131 444.

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