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Teenage Boy Killed After Getting Off School Bus, Hit by Two Cars in Perth

Police have opened a major crash investigation after the fatal school-commute collision.

Overview

  • The 13-year-old was struck on Warnbro Sound Avenue near Holcombe Road just after the morning bus drop-off and died at the scene.
  • Witnesses reported the boy was clipped by one vehicle before being hit by a second as bystanders attempted CPR and first aid.
  • WA Police confirmed the major crash unit is examining the circumstances, with Commander Mike Peters acknowledging the family's profound loss.
  • Warnbro Community High School notified parents and is providing support to affected students and staff, according to principal Debra Bright.
  • Local residents are urging a review of the 70 km/h speed limit on the busy road that serves multiple nearby schools, and police said neither driver was injured.