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Incident Overview
A 27-year-old Westcourt man died after he was struck by a car on McLeod Street at Cairns North.
Location and Time
- Date: Saturday, 5 September 2026
- Time: About 9.50pm
- Location: McLeod Street, Cairns North
Vehicle and People Involved
- A grey Toyota Corolla travelling along McLeod Street
- A 27-year-old male pedestrian from Westcourt
- A 40-year-old male driver from Redlynch
Injuries and Fatalities
The pedestrian sustained critical injuries and was declared deceased at the scene. Queensland Police said the Toyota driver was not physically injured.
Emergency Response
Emergency services attended McLeod Street after the collision was reported.
Police Investigation
The Queensland Police Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the crash.
Appeal for Information
Anyone with relevant information or vision is asked to contact Policelink through the online suspicious activity form or by calling 131 444.