June 9, 2025

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Incident Overview
A serious traffic crash occurred in Hollywell, Gold Coast , on Sunday, June 8, 2025 , at approximately 1:05 am , when a **20-year-old man was struck by a Nissan Navara utility vehicle and left in critical condition .

The incident took place on Cattleya Street , where the victim was walking when he was hit by the moving vehicle. The driver of the utility fled the scene but was later located by police and is cooperating with the investigation.

The injured man was taken to Gold Coast University Hospital , where he remains in critical condition .

Queensland Police’s Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the collision and has urged witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

“The driver of the utility… was located by police a short time later and is assisting police with inquiries.”
— Queensland Police Service statement

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025 (approximately 1:05 am).
  • Location: **Cattleya Street**, **Hollywell, Gold Coast, Queensland** — a residential area near the city’s eastern beaches.

Vehicles Involved

  • A **Nissan Navara utility vehicle**, driven by a **23-year-old Runaway Bay man** who fled the scene before being apprehended.
  • A **pedestrian**, a **20-year-old Hollywell man**, who was struck and taken to hospital in **critical condition**.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Critical Injuries:
    • The **20-year-old pedestrian** was struck by the **utility vehicle** and is currently in **critical condition** at **Gold Coast University Hospital**.
  • No Injuries:
    • The **driver of the utility** was not physically injured but was arrested and is assisting with police inquiries.

Emergency Response

  • Paramedics responded quickly to reports of a serious incident involving a pedestrian and a vehicle.
  • The injured man was treated at the scene before being transported to hospital for further care.

“The 20-year-old Hollywell man was transported to the Gold Coast University Hospital where he remains in a critical condition.”
— Queensland Police update

Police Investigation
Queensland Police are examining:

  • The sequence of events leading to the pedestrian being struck by the **Nissan Navara**.
  • Road conditions, visibility, and potential contributing factors such as **speed, distraction, or impairment**.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage from **Cattleya Street, Hollywell** around **1:05 am on June 8, 2025**.

Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information or video evidence to contact Crime Stoppers or submit details via Policelink .

Community Impact
This incident has raised concerns about pedestrian safety on residential streets , particularly during late-night hours . It highlights the importance of caution among drivers and awareness for pedestrians in urban areas.

Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage of the Cattleya Street area in Hollywell around 1:05 am on June 8, 2025 , is urged to contact authorities:

  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
  • Witness Reporting: Contact **Queensland Police** directly via local station or through the official website.