Man killed on Brand Highway in truck stop accident

Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after the death of a man at a truck stop at Warradarge, south of Eneabba, last night.

Police and St John Ambulance personnel attended a truck stop on Brand Highway around 6.30pm on Wednesday to find an injured man.

The man, believed to be in his 40s and from the Perth metropolitan area, was provided emergency first aid, however he died at the scene.

A police spokesperson said the circumstances surrounding the man’s injuries and death are being investigated, and at this time it is believed he was struck by a truck.

“As part of the investigation a truck was seized by Police overnight and it will be subjected to a forensic examination,” the spokesperson said. “The driver of the truck is assisting with the investigation.”

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report the information online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au.