May 12, 2026

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Incident Overview
A 24-year-old man has been charged following a single-vehicle crash in Perths eastern suburbs that later claimed the lives of two young girls. Police allege the drivers Ford Territory left the road and struck a tree while travelling along Muriel Street.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Thursday, 17 April 2026 (2:25pm)
  • Location: Muriel Street, Viveash, WA

Vehicles Involved

  • Ford Territory SUV (single vehicle) that left the roadway and hit a tree

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • Three-year-old girl, passenger, taken to Perth Childrens Hospital with life-threatening injuries; died on Saturday, 26 April 2026 after nine days in hospital
    • Four-year-old girl, passenger, taken to Perth Childrens Hospital with life-threatening injuries; died on Saturday, 26 April 2026 after nine days in hospital
  • Injuries:
    • 24-year-old man, driver, seriously injured
    • 24-year-old woman, passenger, seriously injured

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended the crash scene after the vehicle left the road and struck a tree.
  • The two children were transported to Perth Childrens Hospital with life-threatening injuries.
  • Any road closures or diversions were not detailed in the available information.

Police Investigation
Major Crash investigators launched inquiries and issued an appeal for witnesses following the incident. Police say the investigation has resulted in charges being laid against the driver.

  • Charged with two counts of dangerous driving occasioning death and one count of dangerous driving occasioning grievous bodily harm.
  • Expected to appear before Midland Magistrates Court on Tuesday, 12 May 2026.

Community Impact
The deaths of two children aged three and four have prompted widespread community concern in Perths eastern suburbs, with the matter now before the courts.

Appeal for Information
Police have appealed for witnesses or anyone with information about the crash to come forward.

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