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Incident Overview
A pedestrian woman has tragically lost her life in a fatal crash on King Georges Road in Blakehurst , Sydney’s south, marking the second fatal accident on the same road within 24 hours. The incident occurred at approximately 7:00 pm on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 .
The woman, who has yet to be formally identified, was struck by a car and pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver, a 28-year-old man , was uninjured but was taken to the hospital for mandatory testing as part of standard procedure following a fatal crash.
This tragedy follows another devastating crash on Monday night , where two young men were killed and a third critically injured after their BMW collided with a truck in Wiley Park , approximately 9 km northwest of Blakehurst.
Location and Time
- Crash Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 (approximately 7:00 pm).
- Location: King Georges Road, Blakehurst, Sydney’s south.
Vehicles Involved
- A car driven by a 28-year-old man, which struck the pedestrian.
Injuries/Fatalities
- Fatality:
- An unidentified female pedestrian died at the scene.
- No Injuries:
- The 28-year-old male driver was uninjured but taken to the hospital for mandatory testing.
Emergency Response
- Police and emergency services attended the scene promptly after the crash was reported.
- The pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene.
- The driver was assessed and transported to the hospital for mandatory testing as per protocol.
Road Conditions and Traffic Impact
- Lane Closures: Lanes two and three westbound on King Georges Road were closed during the investigation, causing significant traffic disruptions in the area.
“Investigations are ongoing and lanes two and three westbound on King Georges Road are closed at Blakehurst.”
— Police statement
Police Investigation
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, focusing on:
- Potential factors such as speed, visibility, and road conditions at the time of the incident.
- Whether pedestrian behavior or driver actions contributed to the collision.
- The sequence of events leading to the fatal impact.
The incident is particularly alarming given its proximity in time and location to the previous fatal crash on Monday night , where two young men, Joey Tofan (23) and Khalil Hamoud (22) , were killed, and a third, Yousef Hamoud (20) , remains in critical condition after their BMW collided with a truck on the same road in Wiley Park .
“The force of the crash was so extreme it appeared to meld the two vehicles together.”
— Description of Monday’s collision
Appeal for Information
The community is urged to assist authorities by providing any information that could help determine the cause of the crash:
- Crime Stoppers NSW: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersnsw.com.au.
- Witnesses are encouraged to share dashcam footage, CCTV recordings, or any observations about the incident.
Community Impact
This tragic incident has left the community reeling, particularly given the second fatality on King Georges Road within 24 hours. The back-to-back crashes highlight the dangers of one of Sydney’s busiest thoroughfares and underscore the urgent need for improved road safety measures.