Several people have been injured after a car mounted a footpath in the Perth suburb of Cloverdale, triggering a large emergency response from police, paramedics and firefighters. The incident occurred on Wednesday, 15 July 2026, with emergency services quickly arriving at the scene to assist those injured.
Western Australia Police said the vehicle left the road and collided with pedestrians walking along the footpath. Multiple people suffered injuries of varying severity and were treated by ambulance crews before being transported to hospital for further medical assessment. Authorities have not yet released the exact number of injured people or detailed the extent of their injuries.
The driver remained at the scene and is assisting investigators with their inquiries. At this stage, police have not indicated whether alcohol, drugs, speed or a medical episode played a role in the crash. Investigators are examining the circumstances that caused the vehicle to leave the roadway.
A section of the road was temporarily closed while forensic crash investigators documented the scene and emergency crews cleared debris. Motorists were advised to avoid the area and expect traffic delays while the investigation continued.
Witnesses described a significant emergency response, with multiple ambulances and police vehicles attending the incident. Nearby residents and businesses also assisted emergency crews by providing support until paramedics arrived.
Western Australia Police have appealed for anyone who witnessed the crash or who may have dashcam or CCTV footage from the area around the time of the incident to contact investigators. The information will help determine exactly how the collision occurred.
The crash has renewed attention on pedestrian safety in busy urban areas, particularly around shopping precincts and major intersections where both vehicle and foot traffic are high. Road safety experts continue to remind motorists to remain alert and drive according to conditions to help reduce the risk of serious incidents.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police are expected to provide further updates once the circumstances surrounding the crash have been established.
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