Jackson embroiled in hit-and-run allegations
Michael Jackson has found himself at the centre of hit-and-run allegations, after his driver allegedly smashed into an ambulance on his way to pick up the pop superstar from a Los Angeles hospital on Wednesday.
The singer's chauffeur has been accused of sideswiping an ambulance and breaking off its wing mirror as he went to meet Jackson at Cedars Sinai Medical Center.
According to US TV network NBC, the driver of the hospital vehicle watched as the man behind the wheel of a black SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) jumped out of the car and walked to the building's entrance to greet Jackson, who climbed into the back of the waiting car, before speeding off.
The incident was reported to police at the Beverly Hills Police Department, who have confirmed a hit-and-run accident occurred at around 3.20pm (local time) involving "a dark coloured SUV" that was "being followed by a group of paparazzi at the time of the collision..."
However, authorities have yet to confirm the 'Thriller' hitmaker's involvement, stating "the suspect is unknown at this time".
No one was injured in the crash and police are currently investigating the incident, reports TMZ.com.
The reason behind Jackson's hospital visit was unknown as WENN went to press, but the singer, who was wearing a surgical mask during the trip, has been plagued by rumours of ill health for months.
Among the ailments internet gossips claim Jackson is suffering from are a flesh-eating infection and a deadly lung condition known as Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (A1AD).
