April 21, 2026

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Incident Overview
Police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash after a Toyota Hilux rolled on Gulf Development Road at Etheridge in the early hours of Tuesday, 21 April 2026. A 65-year-old passenger died at the scene, while the driver was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, 21 April 2026 (4:45am)
  • Location: Gulf Development Road near the intersection with Richmond Road, Etheridge, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Toyota Hilux utility, which rolled on Gulf Development Road

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 65-year-old Edge Hill man, passenger, sustained critical injuries and was declared deceased at the scene
  • Injuries:
    • 34-year-old Gordonvale man, driver, transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries

Emergency Response

  • Police and emergency services were called to the crash site about 4:45am following reports the vehicle had rolled.
  • The driver was transported to hospital; the passenger was declared deceased at the scene.
  • Any road closures or traffic diversions were not stated.

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the rollover.

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

Community Impact
The death has prompted an ongoing investigation on a remote stretch of Gulf Development Road, with police seeking information from anyone who travelled through the area around the time of the crash.

Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone with information or relevant dashcam/CCTV vision to come forward. Quote reference number QP2600767971.

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