Collision at Meadow Street Crossing: Train Strikes Truck in Guildford
A tipper truck with two trailers was struck by a Transperth train at the Meadow Street railway crossing in Guildford on Wednesday, May 21, 2026, injuring multiple people.
The incident occurred shortly before 4:00 PM. According to police, the truck was traveling east on Great Eastern Highway and turned left onto Meadow Street. As the truck entered the crossing, a Transperth train approached. The train struck the second trailer, splitting the truck in two. The cab came to rest on one side of the crossing, with the trailer on the other.
A bobcat being carried on the trailer was ejected onto the tracks. Debris from the collision, including a truck axle, struck three stationary vehicles, including a nearby SUV. The train's front section was damaged, and windows were smashed. The level crossing was partially destroyed, including both boom gates, according to a nearby resident.
Injuries
Reports of the number of injured vary between five and six people.
- Assessed at the scene: Two male toddlers and a woman in her 30s were treated at the scene by paramedics and subsequently cleared.
- Transported to hospitals: A woman and two teenagers were taken to Midland Hospital. A woman in her 50s was taken to Royal Perth Hospital.
- Train crew: The train driver, aged 48, and a 30-year-old trainee driver sustained minor injuries.
- Truck driver: The truck driver, aged 33, was uninjured.
A St John Ambulance spokesperson stated the injuries were not life-threatening. A passenger on the train reported being thrown two to three meters during the impact and hearing people screaming. Another passenger described the collision's effect as shaking, dust, and scattered belongings.
Service Disruptions
The collision caused the closure of the Midland train line between Bayswater and Midland. Delays were reported on the Airport, Ellenbrook, and Fremantle lines. Meadow Street was closed in both directions at Great Eastern Highway. Replacement buses were arranged for affected passengers. The three-carriage train was evacuated. Services resumed the following morning after overnight track clearance and replacement of both boom gates.
Official Response and Investigation
Western Australia Police, St John Ambulance, and the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) attended the scene. The Public Transport Authority stated the truck failed to clear the crossing. The truck company, Dowsing Group, issued a statement confirming its cooperation with the investigation and expressing concern for those affected.
Transport Minister Rita Saffioti acknowledged the crew's work in clearing the tracks and reminded drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution at railway crossings.
The same level crossing was the site of a fatal incident in 2015 when a track worker was struck by a train.