A 55-year-old woman has tragically lost her life following a single-vehicle crash in Western Australia's Peel region on Monday afternoon.
Details of the Waroona Crash
Police reported that the incident occurred at approximately 1:45pm on Monday, 2 December 2025. A white Hyundai Santa Fe was travelling on Whettem Road in Waroona when it left the roadway and collided with a tree.
The woman, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, succumbed to her injuries and died at the scene. Emergency services attended, but were unable to save her.
Police Investigation Underway
Major Crash investigators are now working to piece together the exact circumstances that led to the fatal collision. Initial information suggests the vehicle was travelling northbound on the South Western Highway prior to the crash on Whettem Road.
Authorities have issued a public appeal for assistance. They are urging anyone who may have witnessed the white Hyundai Santa Fe being driven in the area before the incident to come forward.
Appeal for Witnesses
Investigators are particularly keen to speak to motorists or locals with dashcam footage. Information can be provided to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via an online report.
This fatal crash serves as a sombre reminder of the importance of road safety, particularly on regional roads. The community of Waroona and the wider Peel region has been left shaken by the sudden loss.
