April 22, 2026

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Incident Overview
A three-year-old girl died after being struck by a utility vehicle in Caboolture, north of Brisbane. Police said the vehicle was turning right from Lynfield Drive onto Toohey Street when the child was hit, and she died at the scene.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, 21 April 2026 (just before 7:00pm)
  • Location: Lynfield Drive and Toohey Street, Caboolture, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Nissan Navara utility, turning right from Lynfield Drive onto Toohey Street

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • Three-year-old girl, pedestrian, died at the scene after sustaining critical injuries
  • Injuries:
    • Two women, transported to Caboolture Hospital in a stable condition suffering emotional distress
    • Male toddler, transported to Caboolture Hospital in a stable condition suffering emotional distress

Emergency Response

  • Queensland Police and Queensland Ambulance Service attended the scene.
  • Two women and a male toddler were taken to Caboolture Hospital in a stable condition for emotional distress.
  • Road closures and diversions were not stated.

Police Investigation
Police said investigations were in the early stages and the death was being treated as an accident. The Forensic Crash Unit is reviewing CCTV and dash-cam footage to determine the circumstances, including how the child came to be on the street.

  • Charges laid, if any: Not stated.
  • Court appearances: Not stated.

Community Impact
Police said those involved, including the driver and the child’s family, were distraught. Liaison officers were engaged to assist due to language and cultural barriers.

Appeal for Information
Police have urged anyone with relevant CCTV or dash-cam footage from the area around Lynfield Drive and Toohey Street at the time to contact authorities.

  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
  • Policelink: Call 131 444.