A 26-year-old motorcyclist has been killed in a collision on Forrest Highway in West Pinjarra, tragically pushing Western Australia's road toll to six deaths in just the first two weeks of 2026.
Details of the Fatal Collision
The incident occurred around 6:14am on Tuesday, 13 January 2026, near Daley Road. Police reported that a black Honda motorcycle and a red MG station sedan, both travelling north, were involved in the collision.
The rider of the motorcycle sustained critical injuries and died at the scene. The driver of the MG stopped and is currently assisting police with their inquiries.
Major Crash Investigation officers have attended and are now meticulously examining the circumstances surrounding the crash. They are urging any witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.
A Grim Start to the New Year
This latest fatality follows a series of tragic incidents on Western Australian roads since the start of the year. According to the State Government and the Road Safety Commission, there had already been five road deaths in 2026 prior to Tuesday's tragedy.
The recent spate of incidents includes:
- Three motorcycle fatalities: This includes a head-on collision between two bikes in Perth's western suburbs, which claimed both riders' lives, and a separate crash at the intersection of Indian Ocean Drive and Yanchep Beach Road where a 56-year-old motorcyclist died after being hit by a van.
- Two motor vehicle deaths: This includes a single-vehicle crash in the Wheatbelt on Monday night, where a woman died and two men were critically injured after a white Mazda sedan left Great Eastern Highway at Clackline and struck a tree.
Appeal for Information
Investigators are working to piece together the exact sequence of events that led to the fatal crash in West Pinjarra. They have made a public appeal for assistance.
Anyone with information about the Forrest Highway collision is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
The community is being reminded of the fragility of life on the roads as the state's emergency services and road safety authorities confront this concerning early-year toll.
