Tow truck driver, 29, dies during workplace incident at Osborne Park towing yard

Incident Overview

A 29-year-old tow truck driver died during a reported workplace incident at a towing yard in Osborne Park, Perth, according to ABC News. WorkSafe WA and police are investigating the circumstances. People affected by a workplace death or serious incident may wish to obtain advice about workers compensation options.

Workplace, Location and Time

The incident was reported at about 5:40am on Tuesday, 18 August 2026, at Auto Tow Services near the corner of Sundercombe Street and Collingwood Street in Osborne Park, Perth.

Worker and Incident Details

The worker was a 29-year-old woman who worked as a tow truck driver. WorkSafe WA said she was reported to have been unloading a car from a tow truck tilt tray when the fatal incident occurred. Her name was not reported, and the available accounts do not establish the precise mechanism of the incident.

Injuries or Fatality

The woman received emergency first aid but died at the scene. No further medical detail was reported in the source account.

Emergency and Regulator Response

Emergency services attended the towing yard after the incident was reported. WorkSafe WA confirmed that the worker was a tow truck driver and began an investigation. Police also attended, and the Transport Workers’ Union’s Western Australian branch said it was conducting its own investigation.

Investigation or Court Update

Police described the death as a workplace incident. WorkSafe WA said its investigators were examining the circumstances to assess compliance and help prevent similar incidents. The available reports do not make a finding about the cause, negligence or legal responsibility, and no court outcome was reported.

Sources

• ABC News: WorkSafe WA investigating death of woman in Osborne Park workplace incident