August 21, 2025

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Incident Overview
A fatal crash occurred on Pump Road at Mobilong near Murray Bridge, South Australia, when a car carrying two women left the road, flipped, and crashed into an irrigation channel around 1:20 pm on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Passenger Kiara Alice McKelliff, 21, died at the scene, while the driver and her best friend, Shereice Adele Marie Rumble, 21, survived with minor injuries. Rumble has since been charged with causing death by dangerous driving.

“Kiara Alice McKelliff’s body was later pulled from the submerged vehicle.” — 7NEWS report

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, August 19, 2025 (approximately 1:20 pm)
  • Location: Pump Road, Mobilong, near Murray Bridge, South Australia

Vehicles Involved

  • Silver passenger vehicle (make and model not specified)

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • Kiara Alice McKelliff, 21, passenger, deceased at the scene.
  • Serious Injuries:
    • No serious injuries reported.
  • No Injuries:
    • Driver Shereice Adele Marie Rumble, 21, sustained minor injuries and was taken to hospital for assessment.

Emergency Response

  • Rumble freed herself from the submerged vehicle and raised the alarm at a nearby home.
  • Major Crash investigators and Water Operations Unit divers attended the scene.
  • McKelliff’s body was recovered from the irrigation channel.

“My heart goes out to all involved, too many accidents happening around the Murraylands lately.” — Local resident Macayla Goodridge on Facebook

Police Investigation
SA Police are examining:

  • The circumstances leading to the car leaving Pump Road and entering the irrigation channel.
  • Driver behaviour and allegations of dangerous driving.
  • The vehicle’s condition and potential contributing road factors.

Community Impact
The Murray Bridge community has been left in mourning following the death of Kiara McKelliff. She was well-known locally, working at the town’s KFC, which temporarily closed to allow staff to grieve. Family, friends, and coworkers have shared tributes online, describing her as a beloved member of the community.

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

  • Crime Stoppers SA: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at [www.crimestopperssa.com.au](https://www.crimestopperssa.com.au)
  • Witness Reporting: Contact South Australia Police via the Murray Bridge station or Policelink.