Police urge driver caution after teenager killed in Osmington crash

Police are pleading with motorists and young drivers in particular to take extra care on the roads after a 19-year-old Margaret River man died after a crash on Friday afternoon, April 12. He was driving a blue Nissan Pulsar south on Bussell Highway near Osmington Road when he lost control of the vehicle and hit a tree just after 3pm. Volunteers from the Margaret River Fire and Rescue Service were first on the scene and worked to free the driver. He was taken to Margaret River Hospital in a critical condition, with the RAC Rescue helicopter dispatched to transfer him to Royal Perth Hospital once his condition was stabilised. It is understood he received serious internal injuries as well as multiple broken bones in the crash. The victim’s family were forced to farewell the teenager on Monday. Margaret River police Sergeant Simone Taplin said an investigation into the incident was under way and police were seeking witnesses as well as any dashcam footage. “With the influx of visitors to the South West, Margaret River police would like to remind everyone to stay safe on the road,” Sgt Taplin said. “Speeding to arrive five minutes early could be life-changing. “Margaret River police will continue to proactively work with the new drivers in our area to educate them on being safe on our country roads.” Friday’s incident follows a spike in traffic crashes across the region, including the death of 74-year-old David Bell on Caves Road on Sunday, April 7. In February, five teenagers were involved in a serious crash on Terry Road, with a 16-year-old girl airlifted to Royal Perth Hospital with critical injuries. Anyone with information on Friday’s crash is asked to contact police on 9757 8600 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.