Western Australia Police have launched an investigation after a vehicle was discovered abandoned following a dramatic early morning pursuit through the southern suburbs of Perth.
Early Morning Police Chase
The incident unfolded around 4:30am on Tuesday morning when police officers attempted to stop a vehicle in the Gosnells area. According to official reports, the driver of the vehicle failed to comply with police directions and accelerated away, initiating a pursuit.
The chase continued for a short period before police lost sight of the vehicle in the vicinity of Gosnells and surrounding suburbs. The exact route of the pursuit and the circumstances under which police discontinued the chase have not been fully disclosed to the public.
Abandoned Vehicle Discovery
Shortly after the pursuit was terminated, the vehicle involved was located abandoned on Albany Highway in Gosnells. The discovery prompted an immediate response from multiple police units who secured the area and began forensic examinations.
Forensic officers attended the scene to process the abandoned vehicle for evidence that might lead to identifying the driver and any passengers. The vehicle has been seized by police for further examination as part of their ongoing investigation.
Ongoing Police Investigation
WA Police have confirmed that inquiries into the incident are continuing. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the vehicle or who witnessed suspicious activity in the Gosnells area during the early hours of Tuesday morning to come forward.
Police are particularly interested in speaking with residents or business owners in the area who may have captured CCTV or dashcam footage that could assist their investigation. The incident has raised concerns among local residents about public safety during early morning hours.
This latest police pursuit comes amid ongoing efforts by WA Police to address traffic offenses and dangerous driving behavior across metropolitan Perth. Authorities have reiterated their commitment to pursuing those who flee from police and endangering other road users.
