A teenage boy has tragically lost his life and a young woman is fighting serious injuries following a horrific two-car collision in Mandurah on Sunday night.
Details of the Mandurah Road collision
WA Police report that the crash occurred at the intersection of Mandurah Road and Pinjarra Road around 10:15pm on Sunday, 18 January 2026. A beige Chrysler 300 sedan and a grey Ford Falcon sedan were involved in the collision at the busy junction.
The impact proved fatal for the 16-year-old male passenger travelling in the Chrysler. He was rushed by St John Ambulance to the nearby Peel Health Campus but could not be saved.
Injuries and police investigation
The 18-year-old female driver of the Chrysler sustained serious injuries in the crash. Paramedics transported her to Royal Perth Hospital, where she remains under care. In a contrasting outcome, the 34-year-old male driver of the Ford Falcon emerged physically unharmed from the incident.
Major Crash investigators have taken charge of the scene and the ongoing inquiry. The intersection remained closed in both directions for several hours as forensic officers meticulously examined the site for evidence.
Appeal for dash-cam footage and witnesses
Authorities are now urging anyone who witnessed the collision or has relevant footage to come forward. This includes motorists with dash-cam recordings or members of the public who may have captured the event or its immediate aftermath on mobile phones.
Police have provided specific channels for information:
- Report details to Crime Stoppers online or by calling 1800 333 000.
- Upload any dash-cam or mobile phone vision directly to investigators via a dedicated police link.
The community is reminded that support is available for those affected by road trauma through the Road Trauma Support line at 1300 004 814.
