October 14, 2024

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Incident Overview

In the early hours of Sunday morning, October 13, 2024, a 27-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Waterloo Corner, Adelaide. The crash occurred on Port Wakefield Highway at approximately 3:45 AM.

Details of the Crash

The man was driving his car along Port Wakefield Highway when, for reasons yet unknown, his vehicle left the roadway and collided with a light pole. The car then continued on and struck a tree, causing significant damage to the vehicle. The impact of the crash was severe, and the driver tragically died at the scene.

Emergency Response and Fatality

Police and paramedics were called to the scene, but sadly, the driver was pronounced dead. The incident caused disruption to traffic flow on Port Wakefield Highway, with the northbound lanes being closed while emergency crews worked at the scene.

Investigation and Road Closure

Major Crash investigators attended the scene to examine the circumstances surrounding the crash. They are working to determine the cause of the crash and any contributing factors, such as speed, driver fatigue or distraction, or possible mechanical issues with the vehicle.

Port Wakefield Highway was closed to northbound traffic between Waterloo Corner Road and the Salisbury Highway. Traffic diversions were put in place at Old Port Wakefield Road to manage the flow of traffic in the area.

Appeal for Information

Police are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or has any information relevant to the investigation to contact Crime Stoppers. This could include residents in the area who may have seen the vehicle prior to the crash or anyone with dashcam footage that may have captured the incident.

Conclusion

This tragic incident is a reminder of the dangers on our roads, particularly during nighttime driving. The community extends its condolences to the family and friends of the deceased driver.