Michael Jackson`s driver involved in hit and run case

Los Angeles, April 24: Michael Jackson is at the centre of another controversy, this time the pop star finds himself involved in a hit and run case.The "Smooth Criminal" singer`s driver allegedly smashed into an ambulance on his way to pick up the pop superstar from a Los Angeles hospital. 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, US media reported.

After the run-in, the driver of the ambulance saw the driver of the black sports utility vehicle jump out of the car and greet Jackson, who climbed into the back of the waiting car, before speeding off. The incident was reported at the Beverly Hills Police Department, who have confirmed a hit-and-run accident 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". The reason behind Jackson`s hospital visit was unknown, but the singer, who is preparing for a grand comeback through a 50-date concert series in London`s O2 arena has been plagued by rumours of ill health for months. Bureau Report