An old military truck or 'troupe carrier' has ploughed into a group of marchers at Melbourne's Anzac Day parade after a suspected mechanical fault.
Seven Sri Lankan ex-servicemen aged in their 70s and 80s have been injured in the crash.
It is reported that the crash happened around 12:30pm along the route the parade through the city with witnesses saying "a World War II era truck taking part in the parade surged forward suddenly."
Four servicemen suffered serious abdominal, pelvic, and leg, injuries, and have been taken to hospital. Three men have also been taken to hospital with cuts and abrasions.
Witness say the scene was horrific, with four or five people dragged underneath the vehicle. The driver was also helped by onlookers and officials who was distraught after the incident.
Police are interviewing dozens of people who witnessed the crash.
