May 21, 2025

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Incident Overview
A fatal crash occurred on Guildford Road in Bassendean , Perth, on Tuesday, May 21, 2025 , at approximately 5:30 pm , resulting in the death of a 28-year-old off-road motorbike rider .

The collision involved an off-road motorbike and a silver Toyota Yaris hatchback at the intersection of Guildford Road and North Road , near the Burk petrol station and close to Bassendean Oval .

Emergency services arrived promptly, but the motorbike rider succumbed to his injuries and died at the scene. The 52-year-old female driver of the Toyota Yaris was uninjured.

A section of Guildford Road was closed for several hours while authorities cleared the wreckage and conducted investigations. Traffic resumed flowing by Wednesday morning.

Major Crash officers are appealing for witnesses or dashcam footage to assist their inquiry.

“The 28-year-old rider was critically injured and died at the scene.”
— 7NEWS report

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2025 (approximately 5:30 pm).
  • Location: Intersection of Guildford Road and North Road, Bassendean, in Perth’s northeast — near the Burk petrol station and Bassendean Oval.

Vehicles Involved

  • An **off-road motorbike**, ridden by the deceased 28-year-old man.
  • A **silver Toyota Yaris hatchback**, driven by a 52-year-old woman who was uninjured.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • The 28-year-old male motorbike rider died at the scene following the collision with the Toyota Yaris.
  • No Injuries:
    • The 52-year-old female driver of the Toyota Yaris was uninjured.

Emergency Response

  • Police, paramedics, and emergency services responded quickly to the scene after reports of a serious crash involving a motorbike and a car.
  • Efforts were made to save the motorbike rider, but he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • A stretch of **Guildford Road** was closed in both directions for several hours to allow for recovery and investigation efforts. Traffic resumed flowing by Wednesday morning.

“All you could do was pray. May he rest in eternal peace.”
— Witness comment on police post

Police Investigation
The Major Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, focusing on:

  • The sequence of events leading to the collision between the off-road motorbike and the Toyota Yaris.
  • Road conditions, visibility, and potential contributing factors such as speed, distraction, or impairment.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage from nearby properties or vehicles traveling on **Guildford Road** around **5:30 pm on May 21, 2025**.

Authorities are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant footage to come forward to assist with their inquiry.

Community Impact
This tragic incident has deeply affected the Bassendean community , particularly given the loss of a young life in a high-traffic area. It highlights the risks faced by motorbike riders, especially when interacting with larger vehicles on busy roads like Guildford Road .

Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage of Guildford Road near North Road around 5:30 pm on May 21, 2025 , is urged to contact authorities:

  • Crime Stoppers WA: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au.
  • Witness Reporting: Contact WA Police via local station or submit anonymous tips through the official website.