October 20, 2024

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Incident Overview

On Saturday afternoon, October 19, 2024, a devastating head-on collision occurred on Indian Ocean Drive in Neergabby, north of Perth. The crash involved a Honda Accord and a Jeep Cherokee, resulting in two fatalities and five injuries.

Details of the Crash

Around 5:00 PM, a Honda Accord carrying two Indonesian women was traveling north on Indian Ocean Drive when it collided head-on with a southbound Jeep Cherokee. The impact of the collision was severe, causing significant damage to both vehicles.

Fatalities and Injuries

Tragically, the two women in the Honda Accord, the 23-year-old driver and a 31-year-old passenger, sustained critical injuries and died at the scene. The driver of the Jeep Cherokee and their four passengers suffered varying degrees of non-life-threatening injuries.

Emergency Response and Investigation

Emergency services responded to the scene, providing medical assistance to the injured and managing the crash site. Major Crash investigators are examining the scene and gathering evidence to determine the cause of the collision and any contributing factors.

Appeal for Information

Police are urging any witnesses to the crash or anyone with dashcam footage or CCTV footage of the incident to contact Crime Stoppers. This information could help investigators piece together the events leading up to the crash and provide a clearer understanding of what transpired.

Conclusion

This tragic incident is a reminder of the dangers on our roads and the importance of road safety. The community extends its condolences to the families and friends of the two women who lost their lives.