Overview
- A white Ford Ranger reportedly struck a pedestrian near West Coast Drive and Malcolm Street in North Beach after 11am on Saturday, triggering an immediate major emergency response.
- WA Police, St John WA and the Department of Fire and Emergency Services attended the scene and blocked lanes in both directions as crews worked.
- The driver of the Ford remained at the scene and is assisting police while the vehicle sustained significant damage.
- Reports differ on the casualty: some outlets say the pedestrian was taken to hospital with serious injuries but police have not yet officially confirmed the person’s condition.
- Police are investigating the circumstances, are asking for witnesses and any CCTV or dashcam footage, and motorists are being asked to avoid West Coast Drive because of ongoing disruption.