Man critical after NSW Ambulance crashes with pedestrian in Surry Hills

Shortly after midnight (Sunday 9 October 2022), police were called to Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills, following reports an ambulance had struck a pedestrian.

Paramedics treated a 32-year-old man at the scene for serious head injuries before taking him to the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, where he is reported to be in a critical condition.

Officers attached to Surry Hills Police Area Command established a crime scene and have commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Police have been told the ambulance crew was responding to an urgent call for assistance.

Images: OnScene Bondi
Text: NSW Police Statement