Carjacking-Accused Remains Behind Bars as Woman Recovers From Injuries
- On Friday, May 16, 2025, Dawson Steven Nean, aged 20, was arrested in Singleton after a violent carjacking and assault in Tamworth involving a 68-year-old woman.
- The incident began when Nean allegedly assaulted the woman, stole her white Toyota Kluger, and led police on a chase south of Tamworth before police used a helicopter to track him.
- Police spotted Nean at a service station around 7:30pm on George Street in Singleton, attempted to speak to him, but he fled on foot and was arrested shortly after in a nearby backyard.
- Nean appeared in Parramatta Local Court on Saturday, May 17, facing aggravated assault and car theft charges while Magistrate Christopher Longley refused bail, ordering him to remain in custody.
- The 68-year-old woman was seriously injured, treated by paramedics, rushed to Tamworth hospital, and police confirmed she is now recovering from her injuries as Nean awaits further court appearances.
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