April 14, 2026

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Incident Overview
A 38-year-old man has died following a two-vehicle crash on the New England Highway at East Greenmount. Police allege a Toyota LandCruiser and a Mitsubishi Outlander collided while travelling in opposite directions early on 14 April 2026.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, 14 April 2026 (6:11am)
  • Location: New England Highway, East Greenmount, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • White Toyota LandCruiser travelling north on the New England Highway
  • Grey Mitsubishi Outlander travelling in the opposite direction

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 38-year-old Mungindi man, driver of the Mitsubishi Outlander, declared deceased at the scene
  • Injuries:
    • 28-year-old Mungindi woman, passenger in the Mitsubishi Outlander, transported to Royal Brisbane Hospital in a critical condition
    • 41-year-old Kings Creek man, driver of the Toyota LandCruiser, transported to Toowoomba Hospital for observation

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended the crash scene on the New England Highway at East Greenmount.
  • The Mitsubishi passenger was taken to Royal Brisbane Hospital in a critical condition, while the LandCruiser driver was taken to Toowoomba Hospital for observation.
  • Any road closures or traffic diversions were not stated.

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the crash. Police said initial investigations indicate the vehicles collided while travelling in opposite directions.

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

Community Impact
The death of the 38-year-old driver and the critical injuries to a passenger have impacted the Mungindi community, while the crash has also affected motorists travelling along the New England Highway near East Greenmount.

Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the crash, has relevant information, or has dashcam vision from the area around the time of the collision to come forward.

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