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Dog Killed, Pedestrian Hurt While Crossing Road in NSW

The driver of a blue Ford Territory struck a 71-year-old man and killed his dog at a Nelson Bay roundabout and fled; police seek witnesses and footage.

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A dog has been killed and its owner injured whilst crossing a road in Nelson Bay, NSW.Police said they were trying to track down the driver of a blue Ford Territory or similar vehicle that they said clipped the 71-year-old man and struck his dog.The man and his companion were on Stockton Street near the roundabout at Church Street when they attempted to cross just before 9am yesterday.READ MORE: Acclaimed Australian author faces court on alleged…

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A man in his 70s was injured and his dog killed when clipped by a car at a Nelson Bay crossing. Police seek blue Ford Territory driver for info.

·Newcastle, Australia
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Newcastle Herald broke the news in Newcastle, Australia on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
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