Woman Killed, Teen Seriously Injured in Crash on Brand Highway in Geraldton – May 15, 2025

Incident Overview
A fatal two-vehicle crash occurred on the Brand Highway , in Wandina , a suburb of Geraldton, Western Australia , on Thursday, May 15, 2025 , at approximately 9:30 pm .

The collision involved a Holden Commodore and a white Toyota LandCruiser Prado . A 20-year-old woman , who was a passenger in the Commodore, died after being rushed to Geraldton Regional Hospital following the incident.

A 16-year-old male passenger from the same vehicle sustained life-threatening injuries and was also taken to hospital. The driver of the Commodore , also 16 years old, was uninjured and is cooperating with police.

The Prado driver , a 49-year-old man , and his 47-year-old passenger were not injured in the crash.

The WA Police Major Crash Unit is investigating the cause of the collision and has appealed for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

“The 20-year-old woman was a passenger in a Holden Commodore that collided with a white Toyota LandCruiser Prado.”
— WA Police statement

Location and Time

• Crash Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025 (approximately 9:30 pm).
• Location: Brand Highway, Wandina, Geraldton, Western Australia — north of Perth.

Vehicles Involved

• A **Holden Commodore**, driven by a 16-year-old boy, carrying a 20-year-old female passenger who died and a 16-year-old male passenger who was critically injured.
• A **white Toyota LandCruiser Prado**, driven by a 49-year-old man, with a 47-year-old passenger. Both were unharmed.

Injuries/Fatalities

• Fatality:
  • The **20-year-old woman** died at **Geraldton Regional Hospital** following the crash.
• Serious Injuries:
  • A **16-year-old male passenger** from the Commodore was transported to hospital with **life-threatening injuries**.
• No Injuries:
  • The **driver of the Commodore** (also 16) and both occupants of the **Prado** were not physically harmed.

Emergency Response

• Paramedics responded quickly to the scene and treated the injured before transporting them to hospital.
• The **driver of the Commodore** was not injured but is assisting authorities with their investigation.

“A 16-year-old male passenger was taken to the same hospital with life-threatening injuries.”
— WA Police update

Police Investigation
The Major Crash Unit is examining the circumstances surrounding the crash, focusing on:

• The sequence of events leading to the collision between the two vehicles.
• Road conditions, visibility, and potential factors such as speed, distraction, or fatigue.
• Dashcam or CCTV footage of the **Brand Highway** around **9:30 pm on May 15, 2025**.

Authorities are particularly interested in information about the driver of the Holden Commodore and any details that may have led to the collision.

“Major Crash detectives are investigating and have appealed for information.”
— WA Police statement

Community Impact
This tragic incident has deeply affected the Geraldton community , especially given the loss of a young woman and the serious injury to another teenager.

The crash highlights the risks faced by young drivers and passengers , particularly on regional highways like the Brand Highway , where high speeds and late-night travel can increase the likelihood of severe outcomes.

For more information on road safety for young drivers, visit: WA Road Safety Commission – Youth Driving

Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage is urged to contact police:

• Crime Stoppers WA: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au.
• Witness Reporting: Contact WA Police directly via local station or submit tips through the official website.