Major crash investigators in Western Australia have launched a probe after a young woman lost her life in a tragic collision in Busselton on Saturday night.
Details of the fatal incident
The two-vehicle crash occurred around 11:10pm on Saturday, December 27, 2025, in the Geographe suburb. According to police, a grey Toyota Kluger and a blue Holden Commodore station wagon, both travelling west on Marine Terrace, were involved in the collision.
Tragically, the 23-year-old female driver of the Toyota Kluger sustained fatal injuries and died at the scene. A 41-year-old male passenger in the same vehicle was taken to Busselton Hospital as a precautionary measure.
Injuries and police appeal for information
The driver of the Holden Commodore, a 44-year-old man, suffered serious injuries in the crash. He was initially rushed to Busselton Hospital before being airlifted to Royal Perth Hospital for further treatment. His current condition has not been disclosed.
Major Crash officers are now piecing together the exact circumstances that led to the fatal event. As part of their investigation, they have issued a public appeal for assistance.
Witnesses and footage crucial to investigation
Investigators are urging anyone who witnessed the crash, or who may have relevant dash-cam or mobile phone vision from the area around the time of the incident, to contact Crime Stoppers immediately. This information is considered vital to understanding the sequence of events.
The stretch of Marine Terrace where the collision occurred is a major thoroughfare in the popular coastal city, which sees increased traffic during the holiday period. The community has been left shaken by the sudden loss of a young life.
