Teenager Killed in Car and Truck Collision in Jarrahdale – September 27, 2024

What happened

Incident Overview

On Friday, September 27, 2024, a fatal collision occurred just before 9:00 AM in Jarrahdale, Western Australia, claiming the life of a 17-year-old male driver. The crash involved a green Ford Fiesta hatchback and a Hino truck towing a water tank trailer at the intersection of South Western Highway and Jarrahdale Road, outside a service station.

The teenager sustained critical injuries at the scene and was pronounced deceased. Emergency services, including Western Australia Police, the Department of Fire and Emergency Services, and multiple ambulances, responded immediately. The South Western Highway was closed in both directions between Karnup Road and Watkins Road for several hours while emergency personnel managed the scene and conducted initial investigations.

Location and Time

The collision occurred at the intersection of South Western Highway and Jarrahdale Road, outside a service station in Jarrahdale, Western Australia, at approximately 9:00 AM on Friday, September 27, 2024.

Vehicles Involved

Vehicle 1

• Make/Model: Green Ford Fiesta hatchback
• Driver: 17-year-old male (deceased at scene)

Vehicle 2

• Make/Model: Hino truck towing water tank trailer

Injuries / Fatalities

Fatalities

• 17-year-old male driver of the Ford Fiesta (deceased at scene)

Injuries

• None reported.

Community Impact

The South Western Highway was closed in both directions between Karnup Road and Watkins Road for several hours following the incident to allow emergency services to manage the scene and conduct initial investigations. The road has since been reopened to traffic.

Emergency Response

Western Australia Police, the Department of Fire and Emergency Services, and multiple ambulances attended the scene immediately following the collision. Emergency personnel worked to secure the scene and provide initial medical response, though the teenager was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Investigation

Western Australia Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision. Authorities are examining the events leading to the crash and urge anyone with information or relevant evidence to come forward.

Appeal for Information

Western Australia Police are appealing for anyone with information about the collision, including witnesses or persons with dashcam footage, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit information online at crimestopperswa.com.au.