June 6, 2025

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Incident Overview
A tragic series of crashes occurred across Sydney over the past few days, resulting in the deaths of two young males and critical injuries to two others , including a 15-year-old boy .

The first incident involved a fatal collision at the intersection of Hume Highway and Worth Street in Greenacre , about 20 km west of the Sydney CBD , on Thursday, May 31, 2025 , at approximately 8:10 pm . A hatchback collided with a truck , killing a 15-year-old boy who was a passenger . Another boy, also believed to be a passenger , was taken to Westmead Children’s Hospital in critical condition , while the driver of the hatchback , a woman, was also transported to hospital in critical condition . A third passenger was taken to the same hospital in stable condition . The male truck driver was taken to Bankstown Hospital for mandatory testing .

The Hume Highway remained closed eastbound as police investigated the crash.

A second tragic incident occurred earlier in the week when a woman in her 40s was struck by a ute in Penrith , Sydney’s west , and left at the scene. The driver allegedly fled without stopping — a hit-and-run .

Meanwhile, an 85-year-old man died from injuries sustained in a car collision on Tuesday, May 28, 2025 , on Dee Why Pde, Dee Why , after being struck by a vehicle. He was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital in critical condition , but passed away the next day. The 75-year-old driver of the car was not injured but was taken to hospital for mandatory testing .

Queensland and NSW Police are urging anyone with dashcam footage or witness accounts of these incidents to come forward.

“A 15-year-old boy is one of two people to die in separate crashes on Thursday.”
— 7NEWS report

Location and Time

  • Crash 1:
    • Date: Thursday, May 31, 2025 (approximately 8:10 pm).
    • Location: Intersection of **Hume Highway and Worth Street**, **Greenacre, Sydney** — 20 km west of the city.
  • Crash 2:
    • Date: Tuesday, May 28, 2025 (approximately 5:45 pm).
    • Location: **Dee Why Pde, Dee Why, Northern Beaches, Sydney**.
  • Hit-and-Run Incident:
    • Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2025.
    • Location: **Macquarie Ave, Penrith, Sydney’s west**.

Vehicles Involved

  • A **hatchback** that collided with a **truck** at **Greenacre**.
  • A **ute** involved in a **hit-and-run** in **Penrith**.
  • A **car** that struck an **elderly pedestrian** in **Dee Why**.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • A **15-year-old boy** killed in a **crash involving a hatchback and a truck** in **Greenacre**.
    • A **woman in her 40s** died after being hit by a **ute** in **Penrith**.
    • An **85-year-old man** died following a **collision** in **Dee Why**.
  • Critical Injuries:
    • A **second male passenger**, also believed to be a boy, taken to **Westmead Children’s Hospital** in critical condition.
    • The **driver of the hatchback** was also taken to hospital in critical condition.
  • Stable Condition:
    • A **third passenger** from the Greenacre crash was taken to **Westmead Children’s Hospital** in stable condition.
  • No Injuries:
    • The **truck driver** was unharmed but taken to **Bankstown Hospital** for mandatory testing.
    • The **driver of the car** in the **Dee Why incident** was not injured but underwent medical evaluation.

Emergency Response

  • Paramedics and police responded to multiple reports of serious crashes across **Sydney**.
  • Emergency crews worked to stabilize victims and transport them to hospital.

“The Hume Hwy remained closed eastbound at 10:50 pm Thursday.”
— NSW Police update

Police Investigation
NSW Police are investigating:

  • The sequence of events leading to the **crash between a hatchback and a truck** in **Greenacre**.
  • The **hit-and-run incident** involving a **ute** in **Penrith**.
  • The **collision involving the elderly man** in **Dee Why**.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage from the **Hume Highway, Worth Street, Macquarie Ave, and Dee Why Pde** around the time of each incident.

Authorities are appealing for witnesses or anyone with video evidence to contact Crime Stoppers or submit details via Policelink .

Community Impact
This string of incidents has raised concerns about road safety , particularly for young passengers and elderly pedestrians . It highlights the importance of awareness among drivers, especially in high-traffic areas and at night .

Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed any of the crashes or has dashcam/CCTV footage of the Hume Highway and Worth Street intersection , Macquarie Ave in Penrith , or Dee Why Pde around the times listed is urged to contact authorities:

  • Crime Stoppers NSW: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersnsw.com.au.
  • Witness Reporting: Contact **NSW Police** directly via local station or through the official website.