March 3, 2026

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Incident Overview
A driver is missing but believed to be seriously injured after a crash in Melbourne’s west left a Toyota Kluger split into two pieces in Seabrook. A passing motorist discovered the wreckage about 1am and called emergency services. Police believe the vehicle was travelling at speed before the driver failed to negotiate a roundabout and crashed into a tree.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, 03 March 2026 (about 1:00 AM)
  • Location: Seabrook, Melbourne’s west, VIC

Vehicles Involved

  • Toyota Kluger SUV, found crumpled into two separate pieces after striking a tree

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • None reported.
  • Injuries:
    • Driver (believed young man), Seabrook — missing and believed to be badly injured; not located at the scene.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended after a passing motorist reported the wreckage about 1am.
  • No hospital transport has been confirmed, as the driver was not located.
  • Police conducted searches of the vehicle and surrounding area, including deploying sniffer dogs; any road closures were not stated.

Police Investigation
Police believe the Kluger was travelling at speed before unsuccessfully negotiating a roundabout, striking a gutter and then crashing into a tree. Investigations are also ongoing into a reported carjacking at Laverton railway station about five minutes before the crash, with police believing the Kluger was stolen in that incident.

  • No charges have been announced.
  • No court appearances have been listed.

Community Impact
Police have raised serious welfare concerns for the missing driver, while the alleged carjacking near Laverton railway station has heightened concern in the local area.

Appeal for Information
Police are urging the driver, or anyone who witnessed the crash or has information about the alleged carjacking, to come forward.

  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
  • Policelink: Call 131 444.