May 12, 2026

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Incident Overview
A horse transportation float rolled and jack-knifed in a crash at a busy Ellenbrook intersection in Perth’s north-east on Tuesday morning, leaving both vehicles on their sides. One horse escaped and was later captured nearby, while another was sedated before being rescued from the overturned float.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, 12 May 2026 (morning)
  • Location: The Promenade and Main Street, Ellenbrook, WA

Vehicles Involved

  • Horse transportation float (horse carrier), which overturned and jack-knifed
  • Red MG passenger vehicle

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • None reported.
  • Injuries:
    • 36-year-old passenger (red MG) transported to Royal Perth Hospital.
    • Driver (red MG) sustained seatbelt-related injuries (hospitalisation not confirmed).

Emergency Response

  • A major emergency response was called to the intersection.
  • The MG passenger was taken to Royal Perth Hospital; the driver’s treatment details were not confirmed.
  • Traffic impacts were reported at the busy intersection; specific road closures or diversions were not confirmed.

Police Investigation
The crash is being investigated, and police have asked witnesses and anyone with relevant vision to come forward.

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

Community Impact
The incident disrupted traffic at a busy Ellenbrook intersection and prompted concern after one horse escaped and was later captured at a nearby shopping centre.

Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or has dash-cam or mobile phone footage from the area to provide information to investigators.

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