Police have charged a teen following investigations into a single-vehicle traffic crash in Manunda on 6 December.
Shortly before 2.30am, a blue Isuzu ute with two occupants collided with a power pole at the intersection of Lennon Street and McCormack Street.
The driver, a 16-year-old Earlville boy, and passenger, a 16-year-old White Rock boy, were both transported to Cairns Hospital in serious but stable conditions.
Police will allege the Isuzu was allegedly stolen from a Trinity Park address on 5 December.
A 16-year-old Earlville boy has since been charged with one count each of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing grievous bodily harm whilst adversely affected by an intoxicating substance, unlawful use of a motor vehicle, driving of motor vehicle without a driver licence never held licence, and receiving tainted property.
He is expected to appear before Cairns Childrens Court on 8 December.
Police are appealing to anyone with relevant information, CCTV or dashcam vision to come forward.
Investigations are ongoing.
Earlier: Serious traffic crash, Cairns – Queensland Police News
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