November 4, 2025

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Incident Overview
Police are investigating a serious collision between a car and an electric skateboard that left a man with critical head injuries in Birkdale, Queensland, on Monday night, November 3, 2025.

Initial investigations indicate that at approximately 8:10 pm, a grey Toyota Prado was travelling south on Birkdale Road when it struck an electric skateboard near the roundabout at Birkdale Road and Quarry Road.

The rider of the electric skateboard, a 30-year-old man from Alexandra Hills, suffered serious head injuries and was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital in a critical but stable condition.

The driver of the Toyota, a 40-year-old Birkdale woman, was not physically injured and is assisting police with inquiries.

“A grey Toyota Prado was travelling south along Birkdale Road when the vehicle has struck an electric skateboard near the roundabout at Birkdale Road and Quarry Road.” — Queensland Police Service

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Monday, November 3, 2025 (approximately 8:10 pm)
  • Location: Roundabout at Birkdale Road and Quarry Road, Birkdale, Queensland

Vehicles Involved

  • Toyota Prado — grey SUV, driven by a 40-year-old woman (no injuries)
  • Electric skateboard — ridden by a 30-year-old man from Alexandra Hills (serious injuries)

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Critical Injury:
    • 30-year-old Alexandra Hills man — sustained serious head injuries; transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital in a critical but stable condition.
  • No Injuries:
    • 40-year-old Birkdale woman — driver of the Toyota Prado; not physically injured.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services were called to the scene at approximately 8:10 pm following reports of a collision involving a vehicle and an electric skateboard rider.
  • Paramedics provided immediate on-site medical treatment to the injured man before transporting him to Princess Alexandra Hospital.
  • Queensland Police established a temporary scene closure near the roundabout for investigators from the **Forensic Crash Unit (FCU)** to document evidence.
  • The Toyota Prado and skateboard were seized for mechanical and forensic examination.

“The rider of the electric skateboard, a 30-year-old Alexandra Hills man, sustained serious head injuries and was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital in a critical but stable condition.” — Queensland Police Service

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit (FCU) is examining the circumstances surrounding the collision, focusing on:

  • Speed and movement of both the vehicle and electric skateboard prior to the impact.
  • Visibility, lighting, and road conditions along Birkdale Road at the time of the crash.
  • Compliance of the electric skateboard with Queensland’s **personal mobility device laws**, including wattage and use on roadways.
  • Witness statements and dashcam footage from motorists in the area between 8:00 pm and 8:20 pm.

The crash adds to growing safety concerns surrounding electric mobility devices (e-scooters and e-skateboards) being used on major roads and intersections during nighttime hours.

Community Impact
The collision has reignited discussions within the Redlands community about the dangers of operating e-mobility devices on roadways shared with larger vehicles. Residents have called for improved street lighting, clearer signage, and public education on where these devices can legally be used.

Queensland Police continue to urge e-skateboard and e-scooter riders to wear helmets, ensure visibility after dark, and comply with designated path and speed restrictions.

“Personal mobility devices must only be used where permitted and always with safety top of mind — they offer convenience, but they also carry significant risk when misused.” — QPS Road Safety spokesperson

Appeal for Information
Police are urging witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to contact:

  • Policelink: Call 131 444 or report online at [www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting](https://www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting)
  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or submit information anonymously at [www.crimestoppersqld.com.au](https://www.crimestoppersqld.com.au)