July 9, 2025

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Incident Overview
A 43-year-old man has died following a two-vehicle collision in Mundoolun, located in the Logan District of Queensland. The crash occurred around 2:00 pm on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, on Collins Creek Road. A white Ford Ranger travelling west collided with a white Mitsubishi Canter travelling east. The driver of the Mitsubishi was airlifted to Gold Coast University Hospital, where he later died. The other driver sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2025 (approximately 2:00 pm)
  • Location: Collins Creek Road, Mundoolun, Logan District, Queensland

Vehicles Involved

  • White Ford Ranger – driven by a 20-year-old man from Jimboomba
  • White Mitsubishi Canter – driven by a 43-year-old man from Hope Island

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • The 43-year-old male driver of the Mitsubishi Canter was airlifted to Gold Coast University Hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
  • Other Injuries:
    • The 20-year-old male driver of the Ford Ranger was taken to Princess Alexandra Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Emergency Response
Emergency services arrived at the scene shortly after the crash. The critically injured Mitsubishi driver was airlifted from the scene, but later passed away. The area was secured by police while crash investigators examined the vehicles and road conditions.

Investigation
The Queensland Police Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the incident. Areas of focus include:

  • Road positioning and speed of both vehicles
  • Potential environmental or visibility factors along Collins Creek Road
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage that may provide additional clarity

Reference number QP2501197985 has been issued for the case.

Community Impact
This fatal crash has saddened the Mundoolun and Logan District communities. It highlights the dangers on rural and regional roads and has prompted renewed appeals for vigilance behind the wheel.

Witnesses/Appeals
Police are appealing for any witnesses or motorists with dashcam footage of the vehicles involved prior to the crash on Collins Creek Road around 2:00 pm on July 8, 2025. Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact: