Hamelin Pool crash: Two dead, child critical after collision on North West Coastal Highway near Shark Bay

A serious crash near Shark Bay on Monday has killed two people and critically injured a 12-year-old child, who is receiving treatment on an emergency jet flight back to Perth.

Police from the major crash investigation section are trying to determine the cause of the collision, which occurred on North West Coastal Highway in Hamelin Pool about 11.30am.

A WA Police spokeswoman said “two vehicles, one of which was towing a caravan, collided, causing the caravan to roll”.

“Two people died as a result of the crash,” she said.

“A 12-year-old passenger sustained critical injuries and is being airlifted to Perth for medical treatment.”

St John WA said they transported four people to Monkey Mia airport after they were injured in the crash.

A jet operated by the Royal Flying Doctor Service arrived at the regional airport around 3.15pm.

The flight — carrying the injured child and an adult — was scheduled to land at Jandakot Airport about 5.40pm. The 12-year-old is scheduled to be transported to Perth Children’s Hospital and the adult to Royal Perth Hospital.

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services said they assisted in the emergency response.

WA Police urge the public to avoid the area.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or who captured dash-cam footage is asked to contact crime stoppers o 1800 333 000 or online.