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Incident Overview
A woman in her 70s died and a man in his 70s sustained serious injuries after a utility towing a caravan left Round Hill Road and crashed at Captain Creek. Queensland Police described the incident as a single-vehicle crash.
Location and Time
- Crash date: Sunday, 20 September 2026
- Approximate time: About 2.21pm
- Location: Round Hill Road, Captain Creek, Queensland
People and Vehicles Involved
Police said the utility was driven by a man in his 70s and carried a female passenger in her 70s. The release does not identify the vehicle’s make or model or provide further personal details.
Injuries and Fatalities
The passenger sustained critical injuries and died at the scene. The driver sustained serious injuries and was flown to Bundaberg Hospital. The source does not provide a later update on his condition.
Emergency Response
Emergency services attended Round Hill Road after receiving reports that the utility and caravan had left the roadway. A rescue helicopter transported the injured driver to hospital.
Police Investigation
The Queensland Police Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances. The preliminary release does not explain why the vehicle left the road and does not provide a final finding about cause, fault or legal responsibility.
Appeal for Information
Anyone with relevant information or footage has been asked to contact Policelink or Crime Stoppers. The published release did not provide a police reference number.
Sources