Perth Obstetrician Charged with Manslaughter After Fatal High-Speed Crash

Rhys Bellinge, accused of driving drunk and at extreme speeds, faces court over the death of a young woman in Dalkeith.

Elizabeth Pearce, 24, was killed, and her Uber driver critically injured, in a crash allegedly caused by Rhys Bellinge driving on the wrong side of the road at 130km/h in a 50km/h zone.
Bellinge, a well-known doctor from a wealthy Perth family, recorded a blood alcohol level of 0.183, nearly four times the legal limit, at the scene of the crash.
Dashcam footage revealed erratic driving and angry rants about his estranged wife in the days leading up to the crash, raising concerns for her safety.
The defense argued Bellinge was in emotional distress following his recent separation and requested bail, proposing strict conditions including house arrest and alcohol abstinence.
The magistrate postponed a bail decision to review additional evidence, including dashcam and medical reports, with a ruling expected on Tuesday.