June 18, 2026

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Incident Overview

A 42-year-old Edmonton man was critically injured after a single-vehicle collision at Barron on Thursday evening, 18 June 2026.

Location and Time

Police attended Kamerunga Road at about 7.45pm.

Vehicle Involved

The incident involved a white 2015 four-wheel-drive utility.

Sequence of Events

Queensland Police reported that the utility left the roadway, struck a power pole and came to rest in a ditch.

Injuries

The driver was taken to Cairns Hospital, where police reported that he remained in a critical condition.

Police Investigation

The Queensland Police Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the collision. Police have not announced a cause.

Appeal for Information

Anyone with further information or relevant footage is urged to contact police and quote reference QP2601169515.

Legal Support

People affected by a serious road collision can learn about their rights and available support from Carter Capner Law’s car accident lawyers.

Source

Queensland Police News — Serious traffic crash, Cairns