May 3, 2025

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Incident Overview
A serious single-vehicle crash occurred on Gregors Creek Road in Woolmar , Queensland, on Friday, May 2, 2025 , at approximately 11:10 pm .

The vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree, resulting in critical injuries to the driver, a man in his 20s, who was airlifted to Princess Alexandra Hospital for urgent medical treatment. The passenger, also a man in his 20s, sustained minor injuries.

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, and police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Friday, May 2, 2025 (approximately 11:10 pm).
  • Location: Gregors Creek Road, Woolmar, Queensland.

Vehicles Involved

  • A single vehicle traveling on Gregors Creek Road.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Critical Injuries:
    • The driver, a man in his 20s, sustained critical injuries and was airlifted to Princess Alexandra Hospital.
  • Minor Injuries:
    • The passenger, a man in his 20s, sustained minor injuries.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended the scene promptly after the crash was reported.
  • The driver was airlifted to Princess Alexandra Hospital due to the severity of his injuries.
  • The passenger was assessed and treated for minor injuries at the scene.

“The driver, a man in his 20s, sustained critical injuries and was airlifted to the Princess Alexandra Hospital.”
— Queensland Police Service statement

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is leading the investigation into the crash, focusing on:

  • The sequence of events leading to the vehicle leaving the roadway and striking a tree.
  • Road conditions, signage, and visibility at the time of the incident.
  • Potential factors such as speed, distraction, fatigue, or mechanical failure contributing to the crash.

Authorities are appealing to the public for any information or evidence that could assist in determining the cause of the crash.

“Anyone who may have witnessed the crash, or moments leading up to it, is urged to contact police.”
— Queensland Police Service update

Appeal for Information
The community is urged to assist authorities by providing any information that could help determine the cause of the crash:

Community Impact
This serious crash has deeply affected the Woolmar community , particularly given the critical injuries sustained by the young driver. The incident highlights the dangers of single-vehicle crashes, especially on rural roads like Gregors Creek Road , where road conditions can be challenging.