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Cyclist Killed in Bibra Lake Crash with Rubbish Truck – January 13, 2025

13 January 2025 · about 4:30am · Bibra Lake, WA

Published 13 January 2025 · Updated 1 May 2026

Key facts

When
13 Jan 2025Monday, about 4:30am
Where
Bibra Lake, WA
Type
Cyclist vs rubbish truck collision
Killed
1 personOne male cyclist, 59 years old
Investigation
Western Australia Police, Major CrashWestern Australia Police Major Crash officers are investigating the circumstances of the collision.

What happened

Incident Overview

On Monday, January 13, 2025, a 59-year-old male cyclist died after a collision with a Veolia rubbish truck at the intersection of Spearwood Avenue and Howson Way in Bibra Lake, Perth, Western Australia. The incident occurred in the early morning hours and is being investigated by Western Australia Police Major Crash officers.

Emergency services attended the scene immediately, but the cyclist could not be revived and was pronounced dead at the scene. The truck driver, a 58-year-old male, was uninjured.

Location and Time

The collision occurred at approximately 4:30 am at the intersection of Spearwood Avenue and Howson Way in Bibra Lake, Perth, Western Australia.

Vehicles Involved

Vehicle 1

  • Type: Bicycle
  • Rider: 59-year-old male

Vehicle 2

  • Make/Model: Veolia rubbish truck
  • Driver: 58-year-old male (uninjured)

Injuries / Fatalities

Fatalities

  • 59-year-old male cyclist (deceased at scene)

Injuries

  • None reported.

Emergency Response

Emergency services attended the scene promptly following the collision. Despite immediate response efforts, the cyclist could not be saved and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigation

Western Australia Police Major Crash officers are investigating the circumstances of the collision. The specific details of how the crash occurred remain under examination as the investigation continues.

Appeal for Information

Western Australia Police are appealing for witnesses or any persons with information about the collision to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit information online at crimestopperswa.com.au.

Source
Crime Stoppers on: 1800 333 000

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  3. 03Families of people killed in a crash may be able to claim for loss of financial support.

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