Man charged with manslaughter after woman dies in fiery Ferrari crash

A man who allegedly crashed a Ferrari in Perth's north has been charged with manslaughter after a female passenger died.

The 38-year-old man is accused of speeding off when police officers approached the vehicle on Saturday about 11.30am on Vincent Street at North Perth before crashing just 100m away.

It is alleged he stole the luxury sports car from outside a cafe in West Perth.

A 38-year-old man, from Karrinyup, was charged with manslaughter after a female passenger died in a Ferrari crash in Perth.
A man has been charged with manslaughter after a woman died in a fiery Ferrari crash in Perth's north. Source: Nine News

The Ferrari caught fire after crashing, killing a female passenger who is believed to be a 40-year-old woman.

The man will be charged with manslaughter and stealing a car at a bedside court hearing in hospital where he is being treated for burns.

He will face Perth Magistrates Court on Sunday.

The woman is yet to be formally identified, but her family have been advised of the incident.

With AAP

A police officer with a camera stands next to the remains of a red Ferrari after a fatal car crash in Perth.
It is alleged the man sped off in the Ferrari and crashed after police approached him. Source: Nine News

Anyone with information about the identity of the women is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the online reporting page.

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