Two teenagers killed as BMW crashes near Perth
Two 16-year-old boys died when a grey BMW crashed and caught fire near Perth on Saturday night; two 17-year-olds were seriously injured.
Four teenagers were driving north on Railway Parade in Bullsbrook about 10.20pm when their grey BMW left the road near the Twin Swamps Nature Reserve and crashed into trees. The car caught fire shortly after impact.
Two 16-year-old boys died at the scene. Two 17-year-old boys were taken to Royal Perth Hospital with serious injuries where they remain in care.
Police closed Railway Parade and Warbrook Road while Major Crash investigators examined the scene. Detectives are appealing for dashcam footage from witnesses and asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
- Saturday night, about 10.20pm
- When
- Grey BMW sedan
- Vehicle
Why it mattersThe crash is a reminder of the risks young drivers face on roads, particularly at night, and police are investigating what caused the vehicle to leave the road.
AustraliaRoad fatalities among teenagers remain a significant safety concern in Western Australia and across Australia. Families and communities are affected by these preventable deaths.
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