February 10, 2026

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Incident Overview
A motorcyclist has died following a traffic crash in Ayr involving a motorcycle and a Kia Sorrento. Police allege the motorcycle collided with the rear of the SUV as it was turning into a driveway.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, 3 February 2026 (about 3:05pm)
  • Location: Rutherford Street, Ayr, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Orange Yamaha motorcycle
  • Kia Sorrento (SUV) turning into a driveway

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 40-year-old man, motorcycle rider, transported to Townsville University Hospital with life-threatening injuries and later died in hospital on the morning of Thursday, 5 February 2026.
  • Injuries:
    • 35-year-old woman, Kia Sorrento driver, not physically injured.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended the crash scene and the matter is being investigated by the Forensic Crash Unit.
  • The motorcycle rider was taken to Townsville University Hospital in a critical condition.
  • Any road closures or traffic diversions have not been detailed.

Police Investigation
Investigations are ongoing into the circumstances leading up to the crash.

  • Charges laid, if any, have not been announced.
  • Court appearances have not been announced.

Community Impact
The death has prompted renewed calls for witnesses in Ayr, with investigators seeking information from anyone who was in the area at the time.

Appeal for Information
Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage from Rutherford Street around 3:05pm on Tuesday, 3 February 2026. Quote reference number QP2600221205.

  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
  • Policelink: Call 131 444.