Stolen car splits in half as driver vanishes in Seabrook
Table of Contents
- Police search intensifies after dramatic early‑morning crash
- What happened — a concise timeline
- Witness account
- Investigation and response
- Key facts
- How you can help
- FAQs
Police search intensifies after dramatic early‑morning crash
SEABROOK, MELBOURNE — Stolen car splits in half after a Toyota Kluger smashed into a tree at about 1am, leaving emergency crews stunned and the accused driver missing. The vehicle had reportedly been taken in a carjacking at Laverton Railway Station just five minutes earlier. Police say the severity of the crash makes them seriously concerned for the young man's welfare and are asking anyone with information to come forward.
The crash was captured on security cameras as the SUV sped through a roundabout before striking the roadside tree. Local residents woke to a loud bang and found the four‑wheel drive split into two pieces, with debris scattered across the scene.
What happened — a concise timeline
The sequence began late at Laverton Railway Station, where police say the Toyota Kluger was allegedly stolen in a carjacking. Within minutes the same vehicle was seen travelling at speed in Seabrook before it left the road and collided with a tree behind Frankston‑area homes.
Officers arrived to find the vehicle catastrophically damaged and split in two, but the driver was not at the scene. A search with the dog squad and checks of neighbouring properties failed to locate him.
Witness account
"So there was a loud bang I was leaving and then I woke up. When we came out, we saw a car all crushed and it hit the tree, it got crushed and it was in two parts. I actually thought it was two cars at first, and then the cops told me that it was one car."
Investigation and response
Detectives are treating the incident as linked to the earlier carjacking and are investigating both offences. Forensic teams will examine the crash scene and the wreckage to establish speed, point of impact and any contributing factors.
Police have described the driver's disappearance from the crash site as worrying given the likely severity of any injuries sustained. They are appealing to the public for witnesses, dashcam footage or ring‑doorbell clips that might show the vehicle's movements before the collision.
Key facts
- The vehicle: Toyota Kluger, reported stolen at Laverton Railway Station.
- Time: Around 1am local time.
- Location: Roundabout and tree in Seabrook, Melbourne metropolitan area.
- Outcome: Car split in two on impact; driver not found at scene.
- Police action: Scene examination, dog squad search, public appeal for information.
How you can help
If you were in the Seabrook or Laverton area around 12:50am–1:10am and captured dashcam or CCTV footage, police want to hear from you. Any detail — vehicle movement, direction of travel, or sightings of the driver after the crash — could assist the investigation.
FAQs
Where did the crash occur?
The collision happened in Seabrook, a Melbourne suburb, after the stolen vehicle was seen driving through a roundabout and striking a tree.
When did this happen?
The crash occurred at approximately 1am local time, shortly after the vehicle was allegedly stolen in a carjacking at Laverton Railway Station.
Was the driver found?
No. When police and emergency crews arrived the driver was not at the scene. A search including dog squads checked nearby yards and properties but returned no trace.
Why are police concerned?
Because of the severity of the crash — the vehicle was split in two — officers believe the driver may have suffered serious injuries and need medical attention.
How can I provide information?
Contact your local police station or Crime Stoppers with any relevant footage or sightings. Even small details like time, direction of travel, or number plate fragments can be important.
The information in this article has been adapted from mainstream news sources and video reports published on official channels. Watch the full video here Stolen car splits in half, driver vanishes | 7NEWS
