November 29, 2025

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Incident Overview
A 61-year-old Mudgeeraba man has died following a single-vehicle crash at Springbrook on Saturday morning, 29 November. Initial investigations indicate that a grey Mitsubishi Triton travelling along Gold Coast Springbrook Road left the roadway around 10:30am and went down an embankment. Emergency services attended, but the driver was declared deceased at the scene. The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Saturday, 29 November 2025 (around 10:30am)
  • Location: Gold Coast Springbrook Road, Springbrook, QLD

Vehicles Involved

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 61-year-old Mudgeeraba man — driver and sole occupant; deceased at scene.

Emergency Response

  • Queensland Police and paramedics responded shortly after the crash.
  • The driver was declared deceased following assessment by emergency services.
  • A forensic crash scene was established for examination of the vehicle and embankment area.

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the vehicle leaving the roadway.

  • Investigators are analysing road conditions, vehicle trajectory, and environmental factors.
  • Police are appealing for witnesses or dashcam footage from motorists travelling through the area at the time.

Community Impact
The incident has caused concern within the Springbrook community, adding to ongoing discussions around road safety on steep and winding hinterland routes.

Appeal for Information
Police urge anyone with relevant information or footage to come forward and assist investigators. Quote reference number QP2502167808.

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