A grieving family is mourning the devastating loss of 41-year-old Jaspreet Singh, a semi tipper driver and devoted family man, who was killed in a tragic collision with a freight train in Perth’s southeast on Monday.
The crash occurred just before 1pm at a railway crossing on Hopkinson Road near Bishop Road in Cardup. Jaspreet was critically injured and rushed to Armadale Hospital after being freed from the wreckage of his white Volvo truck, but tragically could not be saved.
Jaspreet’s wife, Amandeep Kaur, described Jaspreet as “the most kind, soft-spoken, and respectful soul — always smiling and spreading positivity”.
“He was not just my husband but my best friend and the most loving father to our 12-year-old son, Samarveer,” she said.
“Our world has been turned upside down in an instant, and I am struggling to come to terms with this heartbreaking loss.”
Originally from India, Jaspreet moved to Australia with his wife and son in 2018, joining his brother and parents who had already settled in Perth. The family had been working towards permanent residency when tragedy struck, leaving Amandeep and Samarveer in uncertainty about their future.
Harpreet Singh, Jaspreet’s older brother, told 7News he tried desperately to reach him after learning of the crash. The two spoke daily, but on Monday his calls went unanswered.
“He was a very good man, a very good person,” Harpreet said.
“We were very close. I can’t imagine life without him.”
In the wake of the tragedy, a GoFundMe page has been launched to support Amandeep and Samarveer, covering funeral costs and providing short-term financial assistance.
In her heartfelt appeal, Amandeep wrote, “With a shattered heart, I share the unbearable news of my beloved husband, Jaspreet Singh — lovingly known as ‘Grewal’ — who was tragically taken from us far too soon.” She added:
“As I now face life without him, I humbly ask for your support to help provide stability for our son.”
The appeal further stated:
“He was our sole breadwinner and the only child of his parents. This fundraiser will help cover funeral expenses, immediate living costs, and secure a future for our son, Samarveer.”
The family is urging the community for support during what they describe as a “devastating time”.
The freight train crew was not injured in the collision. WA Police’s Major Crash Unit is investigating and has appealed for witnesses or dashcam footage from the area.
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