Elderly Cyclist Dies After Collision at Wynnum Road Intersection – Tingalpa, QLD – 10 January 2026

What happened

Incident Overview

An 83-year-old cyclist has died following a traffic crash at Tingalpa in Brisbane’s east. Police say the collision occurred at an intersection early Saturday morning and involved a cyclist and a utility vehicle. The cyclist was transported to hospital but passed away a short time later. The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the crash.

• Crash Date: Saturday, 10 January 2026 (around 6:10am)
• Location: Intersection of Wynnum Road and Murarrie Road, Tingalpa, QLD

• Bicycle — ridden by the deceased cyclist
• Mitsubishi Triton — driven by a 50-year-old man

• Fatalities:
  • 83-year-old Balmoral man — cyclist; transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital and died a short time later.
• Other Injuries:
  • 50-year-old Murarrie man — Mitsubishi Triton driver; not physically injured.

The fatal crash has affected the Tingalpa and Balmoral communities and caused early-morning traffic disruption at a major intersection in Brisbane’s east.

Emergency Response

• Queensland Police and Queensland Ambulance Service attended the intersection following reports of the crash.
• The cyclist was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital for treatment.
• A forensic crash scene was established at the intersection.

Investigation

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision.

• Investigators are examining movements of the vehicle and cyclist through the intersection.
• Police are appealing for witnesses and any dashcam or CCTV footage from the area.

Appeal for Information

Police urge anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant dashcam or CCTV vision to come forward. Quote reference number QP2600060012.

• Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
• Policelink: Call 131 444 or submit information via the online suspicious activity form.