Man, 80, has life-threatening injuries after Perth police chase crash
The 80-year-old's white Hyundai turned right at Leeming and collided with a police car about 10.50am.
An 80-year-old man has life-threatening injuries after a crash with an unmarked police car in Perth. The crash happened during a pursuit of a grey Renault Koleos that was allegedly stolen that morning.
Police tried to stop the Renault on Albany Highway at Maddington, but its driver refused. Firefighters cut the 80-year-old driver free, and he was rushed to Royal Perth Hospital.
Two police officers were also taken to Fiona Stanley Hospital by St John WA. A man, 27, was arrested nearby on Cockburn Road and is assisting police with inquiries.
Major Crash officers are investigating and have asked anyone with footage to contact Crime Stoppers.
- About 10.50am
- Crash time
- 80-year-old with life-threatening injuries
- Driver
- Royal Perth Hospital
- Hospital
- Albany Highway at Maddington
- Pursuit start
Why it mattersA 27-year-old man was arrested nearby and is helping police with inquiries.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet, though Major Crash officers are still investigating how the crash happened.
✓ Claims checked against the source and corrected before publish. checked 2 h ago
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