September 7, 2025

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Incident Overview
A fatal crash occurred in the Upper Hunter region late on Saturday night, September 6, 2025, when police pursued a stolen vehicle along the New England Highway. At 11:55 pm, officers attempted to stop the car near Aberdeen after it was seen speeding, but the 14-year-old driver failed to pull over. The pursuit continued north until the vehicle crashed near Makybe Diva Street in Scone. A 17-year-old boy in the front passenger seat was trapped in the wreckage and died despite the efforts of paramedics.

“A critical incident investigation is now ongoing, and will be subject to an independent review by the Professional Standards Command.” — NSW Police

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025 (approximately 11:55 pm)
  • Location: New England Highway near Makybe Diva Street, Scone, Upper Hunter Region, New South Wales

Vehicles Involved

  • Stolen car (allegedly driven by a 14-year-old boy)
  • Police vehicles involved in pursuit

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • 17-year-old male passenger, trapped in wreckage and declared deceased at the scene.
  • Serious Injuries:
    • 14-year-old male driver, airlifted to John Hunter Hospital.
  • No Injuries:
    • 25-year-old woman (back-seat passenger), transported with non-life-threatening injuries.
    • 17-year-old boy (back-seat passenger), transported with non-life-threatening injuries.
    • 14-year-old boy (back-seat passenger), transported with non-life-threatening injuries.

Emergency Response

  • Police attempted to stop the vehicle near Aberdeen before the pursuit continued north to Scone.
  • Emergency services freed the driver and front passenger who were trapped in the wreckage.
  • Paramedics confirmed the death of the 17-year-old passenger and transported the injured to hospital.

“All the boys are from the Tamworth area, while the woman is from the Newcastle area.” — NSW Police

Police Investigation
NSW Police are examining:

  • The circumstances leading to the pursuit and fatal crash.
  • The actions of the 14-year-old driver of the stolen car.
  • The role of NSW Police in the pursuit, with oversight by the Professional Standards Command and the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission.
  • Background of the vehicle theft and the occupants involved.

Community Impact
The death of a 17-year-old boy and involvement of children as young as 14 has shocked the Tamworth and Hunter Valley communities. The crash has raised concerns about youth crime, vehicle theft, and the dangers of high-speed pursuits. The tragedy has also prompted scrutiny of police pursuit policies.

Appeal for Information
Authorities are urging anyone with information or dashcam/CCTV footage to contact:

  • Crime Stoppers NSW: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at [www.crimestoppers.com.au](https://www.crimestoppers.com.au)
  • Witness Reporting: Contact NSW Police directly or at the nearest local station.