Port Hedland man charged over Wedgefield crash which left 27-year-old with serious injuries

A 19-year-old Port Hedland man has been charged over a traffic incident in Wedgefield on Wednesday night which left a 27-year-old man with serious injuries. At about 10pm, a Toyota Landcruiser utility driving south on Peawah Road turned right onto Schillaman Street, with a passenger being ejected through the window. The 27-year-old male passenger received serious injuries and was taken to South Hedland Health Campus. The driver from Port Hedland has been charged with dangerous driving occasioning grievous bodily harm - under the influence of alcohol and drugs. He will appear in court in June. Posting to Facebook shortly after the incident, Pilbara District - WA Police Force said the road would be closed for most of the day. “Please be aware that Schillaman St in Wedgefield is closed to all traffic between Pinga St and Peewah St. The road closure will be in force for most of Thursday,” the post said. Major Crash investigators are conducting an examination of the scene and are appealing for witnesses to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report information online.