NSW: Motorist and pedestrian trade blows next to highway

AAP General News (Australia)
08-09-2006
NSW: Motorist and pedestrian trade blows next to highway

SYDNEY, Aug 9 AAP - A pedestrian and a motorist have become involved in a scuffle after
a verbal altercation alongside the Hume Highway in Sydney's west.

A 35-year-old man was crossing the highway at the intersection of Hollywood Drive,
Lansvale when he became involved in a verbal argument with a 38-year-old man in a green
Mazda at about 6pm (AEST) yesterday, police said.

The driver then got out of his car and a physical fight started between the two men.

Both suffered lacerations and bruising and had to be taken to hospital for treatment
but have now been released.

Police are now investigating the matter and anyone who witnessed the incident is being
urged to contact authorities.

AAP nr/cmc

KEYWORD: PEDESTRIAN

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