A driver allegedly fled the scene after crashing into a power pole in central Mandurah on Saturday night, causing electricity outages to dozens of homes.
Mandurah Traffic are investigating the crash along Anstruther Road, Mandurah.
Around 9:30pm, a silver Mitsubishi Triton was travelling along Anstruther Road near the intersection of Gibson Street, when it collided with a power pole.
Power lines came down as a result of this crash, and a second vehicle - a silver Mitsubishi Outlander - drove into the wires.
Emergency services attended to the occupants of the second vehicle, who were uninjured.
The driver of the first vehicle fled the scene on foot, however has since attended the Mandurah police station and is now assisting with inquiries.
Power has been restored to homes in the area.
Anyone with information regarding this crash is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online at crimestopperswa.com.au.
Daniela Cooper
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Daniela has returned to her first love after a decade of working in local, state and federal governments, non-profits and the corporate world. She has a passion for injustice; to be a voice for those who don't have one; to hold power to account; and to bring readers the news without fear. She loves to explore new places and unfamiliar topics (both in her professional and private life) but her go-to loves are travel, health, social justice, foreign affairs and the outdoors. Email daniela.cooper@austcommunitymedia.com.au
