September 16, 2023

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The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating after a motorbike rider died following a two-vehicle traffic crash in Yalboroo, north of Mackay, this morning, September 16.

Initial investigations indicate at approximately 11.45am, a blue Toyota Corolla was travelling south along the Bruce Highway when it turned onto Cathu O’Connell River Road in front of a motorbike which was travelling in the opposite direction.

The rider, a 71-year-old Bakers Creek man, was pronounced deceased a short time later on route to hospital.

The driver and only occupant of the car, a 28-year-old New South Wales man, was not physically injured and is currently assisting police with investigations.

Witnesses or anyone with relevant vision is urged to contact police.

Investigations are continuing.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Quote this reference number: QP2301546194

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