September 27, 2025

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Incident Overview
A serious single-vehicle crash occurred at North Coogee in Perth’s west early on Saturday morning, September 27, 2025. At approximately 3:50 am, a car carrying four people left Cockburn Road near the intersection with Bull Road, rolled, and struck a tree in nearby bushes. Two teenage female passengers, aged 18 and 19, were critically injured and taken to Royal Perth Hospital. The driver, a 24-year-old man, sustained serious injuries and was also transported to Royal Perth Hospital. A 21-year-old male passenger was taken to Fiona Stanley Hospital with minor injuries.

“Two female passengers, aged 18 and 19, were taken to Royal Perth Hospital fighting for life.” — WA Police

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025 (approximately 3:50 am)
  • Location: Cockburn Road near Bull Road, North Coogee, Perth, Western Australia

Vehicles Involved

  • Single passenger car (make/model not specified), carrying four occupants

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • No fatalities reported at this stage.
  • Serious Injuries:
    • 18-year-old female passenger, critical injuries, transported to Royal Perth Hospital.
    • 19-year-old female passenger, critical injuries, transported to Royal Perth Hospital.
    • 24-year-old male driver, serious injuries, transported to Royal Perth Hospital.
  • Other Injuries:
    • 21-year-old male passenger, minor injuries, transported to Fiona Stanley Hospital.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services responded around 3:50 am after the vehicle rolled and struck a tree off Cockburn Road.
  • Two critically injured teenage passengers were rushed to Royal Perth Hospital.
  • The driver was transported with serious injuries, while another passenger was taken to Fiona Stanley Hospital with minor injuries.
  • Cockburn Road was closed in both directions between Spearwood Avenue and McTaggart Cove while investigations continued.

“Cockburn Rd has been closed in both directions between Spearwood Ave and McTaggart Cove.” — WA Police

Police Investigation
WA Police are examining:

  • The circumstances leading to the car leaving Cockburn Road and rolling into nearby bushes.
  • Potential contributing factors including speed, driver fatigue, or loss of control.
  • Statements from the two surviving passengers and witness accounts from the area.

Community Impact
The crash has left two young women fighting for life and has caused significant concern within the North Coogee and Perth communities. Road closures disrupted traffic in the area, and WA authorities urged affected residents to contact Road Trauma Support WA for assistance.

Appeal for Information
Authorities are urging anyone with information or dashcam/CCTV footage to contact:

  • Crime Stoppers WA: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at [www.crimestopperswa.com.au](https://www.crimestopperswa.com.au)
  • Witness Reporting: Contact WA Police directly or attend the nearest police station.