Fatal motorbike crash, Caboolture

What happened

Incident Overview

On Wednesday, July 5, 2023, a fatal multi-vehicle collision occurred on the northbound Bruce Highway in Caboolture, Queensland, claiming the life of a 26-year-old motorcycle rider. The crash involved a motorcycle, a 4WD, and a third vehicle, all travelling in the same direction.

Queensland Police attended the scene at approximately 3:40pm local time. The motorcycle rider sustained critical injuries and was declared deceased at the scene. No other persons were physically injured.

Location and Time

The collision occurred on the northbound carriageway of the Bruce Highway in Caboolture at approximately 3:40pm on Wednesday afternoon, July 5, 2023.

Vehicles Involved

Vehicle 1

• Make/Model: Motorcycle
• Direction: northbound
• Driver: 26-year-old male from Murrumba Downs (deceased at scene)

Vehicle 2

• Make/Model: 4WD
• Direction: northbound
• Occupants: no injuries reported

Vehicle 3

• Make/Model: Not specified
• Direction: northbound
• Occupants: no injuries reported

Injuries / Fatalities

Fatalities

• 26-year-old male motorcycle rider from Murrumba Downs (deceased at scene)

Injuries

• None reported.

Emergency Response

Queensland Police attended the scene at approximately 3:40pm. The motorcycle rider was declared deceased at the scene. No other persons required transport to hospital.

Investigation

Queensland Police Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the collision. Police are appealing for witnesses or any motorists with relevant dashcam vision to come forward with information about the incident.

Appeal for Information

Queensland Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage of the Bruce Highway in Caboolture around the time of the collision to contact Policelink on 131 444, submit information via the online suspicious activity form at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting, or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersqld.com.au. Reference: QP2301103019.