In a shocking turn of events that has sent ripples through the Australian entertainment industry, Home and Away favourite Emily Weir has been arrested following a serious car accident in Sydney’s northern suburbs late last night. Police have confirmed that the 33-year-old actress, best known for her role as the beloved Mackenzie Booth, was allegedly over the legal alcohol limit when her vehicle collided with another car, leaving one person in hospital with serious injuries.

According to an official statement from New South Wales Police, emergency services were called to the scene shortly after 11:30 p.m. following reports of a two-vehicle collision on a quiet residential street.

“Officers from Northern Beaches Police Area Command attended and conducted a roadside breath test on a 33-year-old female driver, which allegedly returned a positive result,” the statement read. “She was arrested and taken to Manly Police Station, where further testing was conducted.”

The other driver, a 42-year-old local resident, was treated at the scene before being transported to Royal North Shore Hospital in a serious but stable condition.

Witnesses say the crash was “sudden and terrifying,” with one resident describing the sound of the impact as “like an explosion.”

“It was chaos,” the witness said. “We ran outside and saw two cars completely smashed in. When people realised who it was, everyone was in disbelief — no one could believe Emily Weir was involved.”

Weir, who joined Home and Away in 2019 and quickly became one of its standout stars, was reportedly returning home from a private function when the accident occurred. Sources close to the actress told The Coastal Times that she had been “under a lot of personal pressure” in recent weeks and had “made an unfortunate, spur-of-the-moment decision that went terribly wrong.”

The Seven Network, which produces Home and Away, released a brief statement this morning acknowledging the incident:

“We are aware of an alleged incident involving one of our cast members. As this is now a police matter, we will not be commenting further at this time.”

Weir’s management has also remained tight-lipped, though insiders suggest she is “deeply remorseful” and “shaken” by what happened.

Police have confirmed that Weir has been charged with mid-range drink driving and dangerous driving occasioning grievous bodily harm, with her licence immediately suspended. She has been granted conditional bail and is expected to appear in Manly Local Court next month.

Fans of the actress — who has spoken publicly in the past about her struggles with anxiety and maintaining balance under public scrutiny — have reacted with a mix of shock and sadness.

“It’s devastating,” one fan posted. “Emily always seemed so down-to-earth. I hope she takes responsibility and gets the help she needs.”

As the investigation continues, questions remain about Weir’s future on Home and Away and the potential repercussions for her career.

For now, what was once a golden chapter in the star’s life has taken a dark and tragic turn — a sobering reminder that fame offers no immunity from life’s most human mistakes.