November 7, 2025

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Incident Overview
Three tradesmen are fighting for their lives after being struck by a car that mounted the kerb outside an Indian restaurant in Blacktown, Sydney’s west, on the morning of Friday, November 7, 2025.

Emergency services were called to the busy intersection of Bungarribee Road and Lock Street around 9:00 am after two cars — a white Toyota Corolla and a maroon Honda CR-V — collided.

The impact caused the Toyota to mount the kerb, flipping onto its side and striking three men who were waiting to cross outside Desizzz Kitchen.

The victims, all believed to be in their 30s, sustained multiple traumatic injuries. They were treated at the scene by doctors from a nearby clinic and paramedics before being rushed to Westmead Hospital in critical condition.

“A white Toyota Corolla and a maroon Honda CR-V crashed, causing the Toyota to mount the kerb and hit three men waiting to cross the road outside Desizzz Kitchen.” — NSW Police / 9News Sydney

The drivers of both vehicles, men aged in their 20s and 30s, were taken to Blacktown Hospital for mandatory testing.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Friday, November 7, 2025 (approximately 9:00 am)
  • Location: Intersection of Bungarribee Road and Lock Street, Blacktown, Sydney, New South Wales

Vehicles Involved

  • White Toyota Corolla — collided with Honda CR-V before mounting the kerb and flipping onto its side.
  • Maroon Honda CR-V — turned right into Lock Street before clipping the Toyota.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Critical Injuries:
    • Three male pedestrians (tradies), all aged in their 30s — sustained multiple traumatic injuries; transported to Westmead Hospital in critical condition.
  • Drivers:
    • Two male drivers (aged in their 20s and 30s) — transported to Blacktown Hospital for mandatory testing; no serious injuries reported.

Emergency Response

  • Doctors from a nearby medical centre were first on scene, providing initial aid before paramedics arrived.
  • NSW Ambulance crews treated the three men for multiple injuries, including suspected fractures and internal trauma.
  • Fire and Rescue NSW secured the crash site, cleared debris, and removed fallen tree branches after the Toyota struck roadside vegetation.
  • Police established a **crime scene**, with investigators from the **Crash Investigation Unit** examining the intersection and collecting CCTV footage.

“I tried really hard to stay calm for him and for his dad and let him know he was pretty hurt but he was OK.” — Eyewitness Kyra Anstas (9News)

Police Investigation
The Crash Investigation Unit from the Blacktown Police Area Command is investigating the circumstances of the collision, including:

  • Traffic signal sequencing at the intersection at the time of the crash.
  • Speed and movement of both vehicles prior to impact.
  • Whether driver distraction or mechanical fault played a role.
  • Eyewitness accounts and CCTV footage showing the Toyota flipping onto its side after clipping the Honda.

Superintendent Brendan Gorman confirmed that speed and traffic control signals form part of the ongoing investigation.

“Speed and the traffic control signals at the intersection will form part of the investigation.” — Superintendent Brendan Gorman, NSW Police

Community Impact
The crash occurred in a densely populated commercial area, shocking nearby business owners and diners at Desizzz Kitchen.

Witnesses described chaotic scenes, with locals rushing to help the victims before emergency crews arrived. The intersection of Bungarribee Road was closed in both directions between Flushcombe Road and Blacktown Road, causing significant traffic disruptions.

Local tradie networks and community members have expressed concern about road safety and driver behaviour at busy suburban intersections.

“It was terrifying — one moment they were talking, the next the car came up onto the footpath. Everyone just ran to help.” — Local business owner, Blacktown

Appeal for Information
NSW Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage from the area to come forward.

  • Crime Stoppers NSW: Call 1800 333 000 or submit information online at [www.crimestoppers.com.au](https://www.crimestoppers.com.au).
  • NSW Police Traffic and Highway Patrol Command: Provide relevant footage or witness statements directly to investigators.