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Incident Overview
A 16-year-old boy has tragically died in a two-vehicle crash on the Princes Highway in Pakenham, Melbourne. The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon, November 21, 2024, and involved an allegedly stolen Audi that collided with a station wagon.
Location and Time
The crash happened around 4:00 pm on the Princes Highway in Pakenham, Melbourne.
Vehicles Involved
The crash involved two vehicles: an Audi, which was allegedly stolen, and a station wagon.
Crash Description
The Audi, carrying three teenage boys, collided with a station wagon on the Princes Highway. The impact caused the Audi to roll over and crash into nearby trees and a power pole. Police are investigating reports that the Audi was seen driving erratically before the collision.
Injuries/Fatalities
A 16-year-old boy who was a passenger in the Audi died in the hospital after being transported from the scene. The 16-year-old driver of the Audi was also taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Another 15-year-old boy, who was a passenger in the Audi, sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The occupants of the station wagon were not seriously injured.
Emergency Response
Emergency services attended the scene and transported the injured teenagers to the hospital.
Investigation
Victoria Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, including the alleged theft of the Audi, which is believed to have been stolen during an aggravated burglary in Cranbourne North on Sunday, November 17th, 2024.
Community Impact
The crash caused significant disruption to traffic, with all eastbound lanes of the Princes Highway leading to Windermere Boulevard closed for some time. The incident also raises concerns about the safety of young drivers and the dangers of stolen vehicles.
Contributing Factors
The contributing factors to the crash are still under investigation. However, the alleged erratic driving of the Audi and the fact that it was stolen suggest that dangerous driving played a significant role.