August 5, 2026

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Incident Overview
A 13-year-old boy died after an allegedly stolen Toyota Kluger left Willow Road and crashed into a paddock at Gateshead, south of Newcastle, early on Monday, 3 August 2026. Three other teenagers were taken to hospital, and police arrested two teenagers and an 18-year-old man after the crash.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Monday, 3 August 2026 (around 3am)
  • Location: Willow Road, Gateshead, Lake Macquarie, NSW

Vehicles Involved

  • Toyota Kluger, allegedly stolen from the Swansea area after 10pm on Sunday, 2 August

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality: 13-year-old boy, died at the scene after treatment by first responders.
  • Injuries: 14-year-old boy taken to hospital with leg injuries.
  • Two other people believed to have been in the car were later taken to hospital under police guard.

Emergency ResponseFirst responders treated the 13-year-old boy at the scene. A 14-year-old boy was taken to hospital under police guard, while a second 14-year-old boy and an 18-year-old man were later arrested and taken to hospital under police guard.

Police InvestigationInitial inquiries allegedly indicate that the Toyota was stolen from the Swansea area. Investigations remain ongoing, and the 7NEWS report does not state a final finding about the cause of the crash or legal responsibility.

Appeal for InformationAnyone with information about the crash is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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