September 20, 2025

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Case Overview
Police have charged a 33-year-old Algester man following a hit-and-run crash on the Mount Lindesay Highway at Cedar Vale in the early hours of Thursday, September 4, 2025.

Just after midnight, a white Toyota Corolla allegedly struck a 66-year-old roadworker near Cedar Grove Road before fleeing the scene. The vehicle was later found burnt out on Holyrood Court, Munruben. The victim was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital with life-threatening injuries and remains in a stable condition.

“A 33-year-old Algester man has been charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing grievous bodily harm, fail to remain, and arson.” — Queensland Police Service

Court Details

  • Hearing Date: Monday, 24 November 2025
  • Court: Richlands Magistrates Court, Queensland
  • Defendant: 33-year-old man from Algester
  • Status: Remanded in custody

Charges

  • Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing grievous bodily harm
  • Driver fail to remain at incident and render assistance
  • Arson (motor vehicle)
  • Additional traffic-related offences (six in total)

Background to Offence

  • 4 September 2025, just after midnight: A white Toyota Corolla struck a 66-year-old roadworker on Mount Lindesay Highway near Cedar Grove Road.
  • The driver allegedly fled without rendering assistance.
  • The vehicle was located soon after, burnt out in Holyrood Court, Munruben.
  • The roadworker was taken to Princess Alexandra Hospital with critical injuries, later stabilised.
  • Following investigations, a 33-year-old Algester man was arrested and charged.

Community Impact
The incident has caused outrage in the Logan and Scenic Rim communities, particularly among those concerned with roadworker safety. The deliberate burning of the vehicle has heightened community concern about reckless disregard for both victims and the law.

Next Steps
The accused has been remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Richlands Magistrates Court on 24 November 2025. Investigations remain ongoing.