June 22, 2024

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The Forensic Crash Unit are investigating after a motorcyclist died in a single-vehicle traffic crash at Burua, south of Gladstone, early this morning, June 22.

Initial investigations indicate just before 12.30am, a motorbike was travelling along the Dawson Highway when it left the road and crashed near the Jim Whyte Way exit.

The rider, a 55-year-old Calliope man, was declared deceased at the scene.

Witnesses or anyone with information are urged to contact police.

Investigations are continuing.

Quote this reference number: QP2401056300

The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing number of lives lost on our roads.

Data shows that serious crashes can be significantly reduced when drivers recognise and avoid the ‘Fatal Five’ behaviours: speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue and distraction.

Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. Learn more about staying safe on Queensland roads: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/initiatives/fatal-five-staying-safe-roads

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.

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