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Malicious intent would be "driver rams car into campsite" or "campsite terror as driver attacks".
Not to be too flippant but you wouldn't see "bicycle crashes into picnic" or "rollerskates careen into world cup hopscotch match." The operator of whatever equipment it is would be described, even if the collision was caused because of a mechanical issue or avoiding another obstacle.
It's the dissociation of the driver from any responsibility. Even with the assortment of regulations there are for motor vehicles it seems as if you abide to the minimum standards with little care then you're absolved of responsibility. If a driver goes around a bend at 40mph on a 50mph limit and crashes, it would be a dangerous corner in a car crash.
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‘Driver crashes car into campsite’ sounds like an act of terror, which might be why they rowed back.
‘Driver loses control of car that crashes into campsite’ is probably the best option but we’re getting into unwieldy headline territory.
I’m all for accurate reporting to ensure drivers are held responsible, but it’s quite complicated to get right so early in the reporting.