June 13, 2025

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Incident Overview

A serious e-scooter crash occurred on Friday, June 13, 2025, at approximately 4:20 am on Dalrymple Road, near Mount Louisa, in Townsville, Queensland.

The incident involved a 34-year-old man who was riding an e-scooter and lost control, leading to a crash. He was found unresponsive at the scene and taken to Townsville University Hospital with serious head injuries.

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

“The Townsville Forensic Crash Unit is investigating following a traffic incident this morning.”
— QPS statement

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Friday, June 13, 2025 (approximately 4:20 am).
  • Location: Dalrymple Road, Mount Louisa, Townsville, Queensland — a residential area.

Vehicles Involved

  • An e-scooter, ridden by a 34-year-old man who was seriously injured after losing control.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Serious Injuries:
    • The 34-year-old rider suffered life-threatening head injuries and was taken to Townsville University Hospital.

Emergency Response

  • Paramedics responded quickly to reports of a serious e-scooter accident.
  • The rider was stabilised and transported to hospital for urgent treatment.

“He was located unresponsive on Dalrymple Road before being transported to hospital.”
— Queensland Police update

Police Investigation

Queensland Police are examining:

  • The sequence of events leading to the e-scooter crash on Dalrymple Road.
  • Road conditions, visibility, and potential contributing factors such as speed, distraction, or impairment.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage from the Dalrymple Road area around 4:20 am on June 13, 2025.

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

Community Impact

This incident highlights the risks associated with e-scooter use, particularly during late-night hours when visibility may be reduced. It also reinforces the need for caution among riders and drivers in residential areas.

Appeal for Information

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage of the Dalrymple Road area in Mount Louisa around 4:20 am on June 13, 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.