August 21, 2025

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Incident Overview
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred in Zillmere during the early hours of Thursday, August 21, 2025. Around 1:25 am, a black Volkswagen Golf left Merrett Avenue near Norbiton Street and collided with a tree. The driver, a 40-year-old man from Zillmere, later died from his injuries. Three passengers — a 42-year-old woman, a 38-year-old woman, and a 14-year-old girl — all from Zillmere, sustained serious injuries and were taken to hospital.

“The driver of the vehicle, a 40-year-old Zillmere man, was initially transported from the scene, but was later declared deceased.” — Queensland Police Service

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Thursday, August 21, 2025 (approximately 1:25 am)
  • Location: Merrett Avenue near Norbiton Street, Zillmere, Queensland

Vehicles Involved

  • Black Volkswagen Golf (single vehicle involved)

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • A 40-year-old man from Zillmere, the driver, later declared deceased.
  • Serious Injuries:
    • A 42-year-old woman from Zillmere, transported to hospital.
    • A 38-year-old woman from Zillmere, transported to hospital.
    • A 14-year-old girl from Zillmere, transported to hospital.
  • No Injuries:
    • No other individuals reported uninjured in the crash.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services responded to reports of a vehicle collision with a tree at 1:25 am.
  • The driver was transported from the scene but later confirmed deceased.
  • Three passengers were stabilised at the scene and transported to hospital with serious injuries.

“Forensic Crash Unit investigations into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.” — Queensland Police Service

Police Investigation
Queensland Police are examining:

  • The sequence of events leading to the Volkswagen Golf colliding with a tree on Merrett Avenue.
  • Possible contributing factors, including driver behaviour and environmental conditions.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage from the area at the time of the crash.

Community Impact
The crash has left the Zillmere community mourning the loss of a 40-year-old local man, while three others — including a child — remain hospitalised. Authorities have highlighted the importance of road safety and continue to urge drivers to avoid the “Fatal Five” risk factors: speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue, and distraction.

Appeal for Information
Authorities are urging anyone with information or dashcam/CCTV footage to contact:

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