December 6, 2025

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Incident Overview
A 46-year-old Rothwell man has sustained serious head injuries following a single-vehicle e-scooter crash in Deception Bay early on Friday, 5 December. Police say the rider was travelling along Deception Bay Road around 4:40am when he lost control and crashed. No other vehicles or people were involved. The man was transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital. The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Friday, 5 December 2025 (around 4:40am)
  • Location: Deception Bay Road, Deception Bay, QLD

Vehicles Involved

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Critical/Serious Injuries:
    • 46-year-old Rothwell man — serious head injuries; transported to Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.

Emergency Response

  • Police and QAS paramedics attended the scene shortly after the crash.
  • The rider received on-scene treatment before hospital transport.
  • A forensic crash scene was established for examination.

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances that led to the rider losing control.

  • Officers are reviewing roadway conditions and the rider’s travel path.
  • Investigators are seeking CCTV, dashcam footage, or witness information from the area around the time of the crash.

Community Impact
The incident has raised concern regarding early-morning travel safety for e-scooter users, particularly along major commuter corridors such as Deception Bay Road.

Appeal for Information
Police urge anyone with relevant vision or information to come forward. Quote reference number QP2502206052.

  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report anonymously online.
  • Provide information via Policelink on 131 444 or through the QPS online suspicious activity form.