June 11, 2025

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Incident Overview

A fatal single-vehicle crash occurred on Saturday, June 10, 2025, at approximately 3:20 pm on Isisford Ilfracombe Road, near Isisford, Queensland, resulting in the death of an 86-year-old man and the critical injury of a 77-year-old woman.

The collision involved a gold Toyota LandCruiser, which lost control and rolled over while travelling along the road. The driver, a man from Yaraka, was pronounced dead at the scene. His female passenger was taken to Longreach Base Hospital in critical condition.

Queensland Police’s Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the incident and has appealed for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

“The driver… was declared deceased at the scene.”
— Queensland Police Service statement

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Saturday, June 10, 2025 (approximately 3:20 pm).
  • Location: Isisford Ilfracombe Road, Isisford, Queensland — a rural stretch of highway.

Vehicles Involved

  • A gold Toyota LandCruiser, driven by an 86-year-old man who died at the scene.
  • The passenger, a 77-year-old woman, was taken to Longreach Base Hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • The 86-year-old male driver died after the vehicle rolled over on Isisford Ilfracombe Road.
  • Critical Injuries:
    • A 77-year-old female passenger was transported to hospital in critical condition following the accident.

Emergency Response

  • Paramedics and police responded swiftly to reports of a serious crash involving a vehicle that had rolled over.
  • The driver was confirmed dead at the site, while the passenger was stabilised and taken to hospital.

“A passenger… was transported to Longreach Base Hospital in a critical condition.”
— Queensland Police update

Police Investigation

Queensland Police are examining:

  • The sequence of events leading to the rollover crash on Isisford Ilfracombe Road.
  • Road conditions, visibility, and potential contributing factors such as speed, fatigue, or mechanical failure.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage from the Isisford Ilfracombe Road area around 3:20 pm on June 10, 2025.

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

Community Impact

This tragic event highlights the risks faced by older drivers on rural roads and reinforces the importance of road safety awareness. It also underscores the need for caution and responsibility among all drivers, especially in areas with limited emergency response times.

Appeal for Information

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage of the Isisford Ilfracombe Road area around 3:20 pm on June 10, 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.