June 19, 2025

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Incident Overview

A serious crash involving a stolen car left six teenagers injured on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, near the Hume Highway in Epping, Melbourne.

The incident involved an allegedly stolen Haval, which was driven by a group of teenagers and later crashed into a barrier before rolling down an embankment. The car had been stolen from a home in Doreen earlier that day and was being tracked by police prior to the crash.

The six occupants — three 17-year-old boys, two 16-year-old boys, and a 19-year-old woman — were all taken to hospital with serious injuries and are currently under police guard.

The theft victim, Nathan Lister, described how the intruders allegedly entered his home while his family slept, stealing the keys from a table near the front door.

“The intruders took the car keys from a table near the front door… they’ve had to walk past my daughter’s room.”
— Nathan Lister, victim of the alleged theft

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 (approximately early morning).
  • Location: O’Herns Road, Epping, Melbourne — near the Hume Freeway.

Vehicles Involved

  • An allegedly stolen Haval, which was later found rolled down an embankment following a high-speed chase.
  • The vehicle was tracked by Victoria Police Air Wing, and stop sticks were deployed to bring it to a halt.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Serious Injuries:
    • Six teenagers — three 17-year-olds, two 16-year-olds, and one 19-year-old woman — sustained serious injuries in the crash.
  • No Fatalities:
    • No deaths were reported, though all six were hospitalised.

Emergency Response

  • Paramedics responded quickly to reports of a rollover crash involving a stolen vehicle.
  • All six teens were transported to hospital for treatment.

“Six teenagers were seriously injured in the crash.”
— Victoria Police statement

Police Investigation

Victoria Police are examining:

  • The sequence of events leading to the vehicle theft and high-speed crash.
  • Road conditions, visibility, and potential contributing factors such as speed, reckless driving, or criminal conduct.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage from the O’Herns Road area around early morning on June 18, 2025.

Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information or video evidence to contact Crime Stoppers or submit details via Policelink.

Community Impact

This incident has caused significant concern in the community due to the home burglary, subsequent car theft, and the dangerous high-speed crash. It highlights the risks associated with youth-involved vehicle thefts and the importance of road safety education and secure home practices.

Appeal for Information

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage of the O’Herns Road area in Epping around early morning on June 18, 2025 is urged to contact authorities:

  • Crime Stoppers Victoria: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
  • Witness Reporting: Contact Victoria Police directly via local station or through the official website.