August 9, 2025

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Incident Overview
An 18-year-old man has died following a single-vehicle crash in rural north Queensland when a silver Toyota Hilux left the road and struck a power pole.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Friday, 8 August 2025
  • Crash Time: Approximately 11:30am
  • Location: Peak Downs Highway, Moranbah, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Silver Toyota Hilux

Injuries / Fatalities

  • Deceased: 18-year-old male passenger from Balberra, pronounced dead at the scene
  • Injured: 18-year-old male driver from Beaconsfield, sustained minor injuries and transported to Moranbah Hospital

Crash Description
According to police, the Toyota Hilux left the roadway and collided with a power pole. The passenger sustained critical injuries and could not be revived. The driver received minor injuries and was taken to hospital for assessment.

Road and Traffic Impacts
Temporary traffic disruptions occurred while emergency services attended the scene and conducted an initial investigation.

Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash and has appealed for any relevant CCTV or dashcam footage.

Witnesses / Appeals
Police are urging anyone with information or footage of the incident to come forward.

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