Schoolgirl Struck by Car on Morning Commute – Riverton, WA – 16 September 2025

What happened

Incident Overview

A primary school-aged girl was struck by a car in Perth’s south on Tuesday morning, September 16, 2025. The crash occurred at approximately 8:30 am on Tribute Street, Riverton, while the girl was reportedly on her way to school. It is believed she may have been riding a scooter when she was hit. Emergency services attended the scene, and the girl was taken to Perth Children’s Hospital for treatment.

“Emergency crews were called to Tribute Street in Riverton about 8.30am after the primary school-aged girl was struck by a car.” — WA Police

• Crash Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2025 (approximately 8:30 am)
• Location: Tribute Street, Riverton, Perth, Western Australia

• Passenger vehicle (make/model not specified)
• Pedestrian: primary school-aged girl (believed to be riding a scooter)

• Fatality:
  • No fatalities reported.
• Serious Injuries:
  • The girl was transported to Perth Children’s Hospital, condition not specified as life-threatening.
• No Injuries:
  • The driver of the car was not reported injured.

The incident has raised concern in Riverton about child pedestrian safety during school commute hours. Parents and local residents have expressed worry about traffic volumes and driver awareness on suburban streets near schools.

Emergency Response

• Emergency services responded at around 8:30 am after reports of a child struck on Tribute Street.
• The girl was treated at the scene and taken to Perth Children’s Hospital under normal transport conditions, suggesting non-critical injuries.
• Police directed traffic while the incident was cleared.

“She was taken to Perth Children’s Hospital in an ambulance under normal road conditions.” — WA Police

Investigation

WA Police are examining:

• The circumstances of how the vehicle struck the child while she was on her way to school.
• Whether she was riding a scooter at the time, as reported by witnesses.
• Statements from the driver and any witnesses in the Riverton area at the time of the crash.

Appeal for Information

Authorities are urging anyone with information or dashcam/CCTV footage to contact:

• Crime Stoppers WA: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at [www.crimestopperswa.com.au](https://www.crimestopperswa.com.au)
• Witness Reporting: Contact WA Police directly or attend the nearest police station.