The ACT has recorded its third road fatality of 2023 after a 19-year-old man died in a single vehicle incident yesterday afternoon in Tuggeranong.  

About 4.20pm yesterday, Saturday 23 July, a green Holden Commodore sedan was travelling north on Drakeford Drive.  

North of the Athllon Drive/Drakeford Drive/Isabella Drive roundabout, the Commodore left the roadway and proceeded between two bridges, entering Isabella Pond. The car quickly became completely submerged.  

Emergency services responded and the sole occupant of the vehicle, a 19-year-old man, was located deceased in the vehicle. ACT Policing’s Major Collision Team is conducting an investigation into the circumstancts of the incident. 

Police would like to speak to anyone who may have seen or have dash-cam footage of the green Holden Commodore travelling along Drakeford Drive prior to it leaving the roadway.  

Anyone who can assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website.  Please quote 7489579