May 31, 2025

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Incident Overview
A tragic motorbike crash occurred on Friday, May 30, 2025 , at approximately 7:50 pm on Terry Street , Albion Park , in the Illawarra region of New South Wales , resulting in the death of a 17-year-old rider .

Emergency services were called to the scene after reports of a serious motorcycle crash. Upon arrival, they found that the teen had veered off the road and crashed . He was treated by paramedics and taken to Wollongong Hospital in critical condition but died from his injuries a short time later.

Police cordoned off the area as part of their investigation and are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage to come forward. A report will be prepared for the coroner.

“The 17-year-old rider was treated by paramedics at the scene before being rushed to Wollongong Hospital, where he later died.”
— NSW Police statement

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Friday, May 30, 2025 (approximately 7:50 pm).
  • Location: Terry Street, Albion Park, Illawarra region, NSW — a residential street intersecting major roads.

Vehicle Involved

  • A **motorcycle**, ridden by the deceased 17-year-old boy, which veered off the road and crashed on Terry Street.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • The 17-year-old male motorcyclist died at **Wollongong Hospital** following life-threatening injuries sustained in the crash.

Emergency Response

  • NSW Ambulance and police responded quickly to the incident after receiving reports of a serious motorbike crash.
  • The injured teen was assessed and transported to hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

“Officers and police dogs arrived at the scene to find a motorcycle had crashed after veering off the road.”
— 7NEWS report

Police Investigation
NSW Police have established a crime scene and are investigating:

  • The sequence of events that led to the motorbike leaving the road and crashing.
  • Road conditions, visibility, and potential contributing factors such as speed, distraction, fatigue or mechanical failure.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage from **Terry Street, Albion Park**, around **7:50 pm on May 30, 2025**.

Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact Lake Illawarra Police .

Community Impact
This tragic incident has deeply affected the local community in Albion Park , particularly due to the loss of a young life. It serves as a sobering reminder of the vulnerability of teenage riders and the importance of safe riding practices and responsible driving behavior among young motorcyclists.

Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage of the Terry Street area in Albion Park around 7:50 pm on May 30, 2025 , is urged to contact authorities:

  • Crime Stoppers NSW: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersnsw.com.au.
  • Witness Reporting: Contact **Lake Illawarra Police Station** directly or through local police channels.