November 15, 2025

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Incident Overview
An 18-year-old Mount Pleasant man has died following a two-vehicle collision on the Bruce Highway early on Saturday, 15 November. Police say a Mitsubishi Lancer travelling southbound collided with a semi-trailer that was turning onto Sams Road shortly after 1am. A second occupant of the car, an 18-year-old Blacks Beach man, sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported to Mackay Base Hospital. The truck driver was not injured. The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Saturday, 15 November 2025 (shortly after 1am)
  • Location: Bruce Highway at Sams Road intersection, Mount Pleasant, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Mitsubishi Lancer sedan — carrying two 18-year-old occupants
  • Semi-trailer truck — turning onto Sams Road at the time of the collision

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 18-year-old Mount Pleasant man — sustained critical injuries and was declared deceased at the scene.
  • Critical/Serious Injuries:
    • 18-year-old Blacks Beach man — life-threatening injuries; transported to Mackay Base Hospital.
  • Other Injuries:
    • Semi-trailer driver — uninjured.

Emergency Response

  • Queensland Police, QAS paramedics, and the Forensic Crash Unit attended the crash scene.
  • The deceased occupant could not be revived at the scene; the other occupant was transported for emergency treatment.
  • A large crash scene was established for forensic mapping and analysis along the Bruce Highway corridor.

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is examining the circumstances leading to the collision between the Mitsubishi Lancer and the semi-trailer.

  • Investigators are appealing for witnesses and dashcam vision from the area around the time of the crash.
  • The investigation is ongoing as police consider roadway movements and vehicle directions.

Community Impact
The crash has contributed to renewed concerns about serious collisions along the Bruce Highway near Mackay, with police reiterating messages about the ‘Fatal Five’ driving behaviours.

Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or who has relevant dashcam footage to come forward. Quote reference number QP2502044976.

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