March 30, 2025

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Incident Overview
A tragic crash involving an allegedly stolen car has claimed the lives of two teenagers in Rowville , a suburb in Melbourne’s south-east. The incident occurred on Kellets Road in the early hours of Sunday, March 30, 2025 , at approximately 2:35 am .

Victoria Police confirmed that the vehicle involved in the crash was one of two cars stolen earlier in the night from a residence in Knoxfield . The second stolen vehicle, a silver Honda Accord , remains missing, and detectives are investigating whether it played any role in the fatal collision.

The teenagers were pronounced dead at the scene and have yet to be formally identified. Authorities are appealing for witnesses or dashcam footage to assist with their investigation.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025 (2:35 am).
  • Article Publication Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025 (6:45 am), updated within 23 hours.

The crash occurred on Kellets Road in Rowville , Melbourne’s south-east.

Vehicles Involved

  • A stolen vehicle (type unspecified) involved in the crash.
  • A silver **Honda Accord**, also stolen but not yet located.

Crash Description
Emergency services were alerted to the scene at approximately 2:35 am after a passing motorist discovered the wreckage of a vehicle that had struck a tree on Kellets Road . Upon arrival, responders found two teenagers deceased inside the car.

Police secured the area and began documenting evidence, including skid marks, vehicle damage, and road conditions. Investigators are working to determine the sequence of events leading up to the crash, including speed, driver behavior, and other contributing factors.

Superintendent Matthew Baynes from Victoria Police revealed that the car involved in the crash was stolen during an aggravated burglary in Knoxfield earlier in the night. The home was occupied at the time, and the occupants were asleep when the vehicles were taken.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Two teenagers (ages not specified) died at the scene.

Emergency Response
Emergency services, including paramedics and police, responded swiftly to the scene. Despite efforts to revive the teenagers, they were declared dead at the scene. Authorities managed traffic in the area and coordinated with the Major Collision Investigation Unit to secure the scene.

Community Impact
The tragic loss of life has deeply affected the Rowville community, which is typically known as a quiet and safe suburb. Local resident Brian Dalton expressed shock over the incident, describing it as “shocking” and “worrying.”

This crash marks the third serious incident in Rowville in less than a week, following a stabbing on a bus and an armed abduction. Superintendent Baynes emphasized the importance of addressing aggravated burglaries and holding offenders accountable to prevent such tragedies.

Investigation
The Major Collision Investigation Unit is conducting a detailed investigation into the crash, focusing on:

  • The circumstances surrounding the theft of the vehicles in **Knoxfield**.
  • The actions of the driver leading up to the collision, including speed and adherence to road rules.
  • Road conditions, signage, and visibility at the time of the crash.
  • Potential factors such as distraction, fatigue, or impairment.

Police are actively searching for the second stolen vehicle, a silver Honda Accord , and are appealing for anyone with information or dashcam footage to contact CrimeStoppers (1800 333 000).