Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash near Broome Racecourse, Minyirr, WA – August 23, 2024

What happened

Incident Overview

On Friday, August 23, 2024, a fatal single-vehicle crash occurred in Minyirr, near the Broome Turf Club in Western Australia. A 32-year-old woman driving a red Mercedes station wagon left the road on Kravite Road, and the vehicle rolled over. She sustained critical injuries and died at the scene.

The incident was reported at approximately 8:10 am local time. Emergency services attended and the scene was secured by Western Australia Police.

Location and Time

The crash occurred on Kravite Road in Minyirr, near the Broome Turf Club, at approximately 8:10 am on Friday, August 23, 2024.

Vehicles Involved

Vehicle 1

• Make/Model: Red Mercedes station wagon
• Direction: northbound on Kravite Road
• Driver: 32-year-old woman (deceased at scene)

Injuries / Fatalities

Fatalities

• 32-year-old woman, driver of the vehicle (deceased at scene)

Injuries

• None reported.

Emergency Response

Western Australia Police and emergency services attended the scene following the report of the single-vehicle crash. The scene was secured and the vehicle was recovered from the roadside.

Investigation

The Major Crash Unit is leading the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. Detectives are examining the factors that led to the vehicle leaving the road and rolling over. Police are appealing to the public for any information or dashcam footage that may assist in understanding the cause of the incident.

Appeal for Information

Western Australia Police are appealing for witnesses, motorists with dashcam footage, or any persons with information about the crash to contact the Major Crash Unit. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to come forward to assist the investigation.