Fatal traffic crash, Crestmead

What happened

Incident Overview

On Thursday, December 22, 2022, a fatal two-vehicle collision occurred on Bumstead Road in Crestmead, Queensland, claiming the life of a 34-year-old motorcycle rider. The crash involved a motorcycle and a vehicle near the intersection of Geaney Boulevard at approximately 4:00pm local time.

Queensland Police attended the scene and declared the incident a fatal crash. The motorcycle rider sustained critical injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the vehicle involved was physically uninjured.

Location and Time

The collision occurred on Bumstead Road in Crestmead, near the intersection of Geaney Boulevard, at approximately 4:00pm on Thursday afternoon.

Vehicles Involved

Vehicle 1

• Type: Motorcycle
• Rider: 34-year-old male from Crestmead (deceased at scene)

Vehicle 2

• Type: Motor vehicle
• Driver: uninjured

Injuries / Fatalities

Fatalities

• 34-year-old male motorcycle rider (deceased at scene)

Injuries

• None reported.

Emergency Response

Queensland Police and emergency services attended the scene following the collision. The motorcycle rider was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Investigation

Queensland Police Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the crash. Police are appealing for any motorists with dashcam footage of Bumstead Road at the time of the incident to come forward with their recordings.

Appeal for Information

Queensland Police are appealing for witnesses or motorists with dashcam footage to contact Policelink. Information can be provided online 24 hours a day using the suspicious activity form at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting, or report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.