Boddington man dies after falling from back of ute

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A man has died after falling from the back of a moving ute in Boddington.

The blue Nissan Navara was being driven south on Bannister Road before turning right into Farmers Avenue about 1.15am on Wednesday when the 23-year-old fell from the rear tray, landing on the road.

He received life-threatening injuries and died a short time later at Boddington Hospital.

The 32-year-old male driver has been charged with dangerous driving occasioning death.

He is due to appear in Narrogin Court in May.

Major Crash Investigators are seeking witnesses to the crash, or anyone who saw the Blue Nissan Navara utility prior to the crash.

Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report the information online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au.

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