May 19, 2026

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Incident Overview
An 83-year-old woman has died after a single-vehicle crash in Condon, with police alleging her SUV left the roadway and travelled up an embankment before stopping. The woman was taken to Townsville University Hospital in a serious condition and later died from her injuries.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Saturday, 16 May 2026 (about 3pm)
  • Location: North Beck Drive, Condon, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Silver Toyota RAV4 (single vehicle)

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 83-year-old Kelso woman, driver and sole occupant; transported to Townsville University Hospital in a serious condition and later died from her injuries (18 May 2026).
  • Injuries:
    • No other injuries reported.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended the scene and the driver was treated before being transported to hospital.
  • The woman was taken to Townsville University Hospital in a serious condition.
  • Any road closures or traffic diversions were not detailed by police.

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the crash, which police say occurred when the vehicle left North Beck Drive near the Ring Road on-ramp and travelled up an embankment before coming to a stop. Investigations are ongoing.

  • No charges have been announced.
  • No court appearances have been announced.

Community Impact
The death has added to the region’s road toll and prompted renewed calls for witnesses to assist investigators in establishing what led to the vehicle leaving the road.

Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the crash, or who has relevant CCTV or dashcam footage from North Beck Drive near the Ring Road on-ramp around the time of the incident, to come forward. Quote reference number QP2600935340.

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