Fatal Traffic Crash Involving Stolen Vehicle in Coolangatta on January 26, 2025

What happened

Incident Overview

On Sunday, January 26, 2025, a fatal traffic crash occurred in Coolangatta early in the morning when a stolen white Suzuki SX4 S Cross veered off Dixon Street, collided with two parked vehicles, and struck a fence. The driver, a 28-year-old man and sole occupant of the vehicle, died at the scene.

The stolen Suzuki was fitted with stolen registration plates and had been reported missing from a Bilinga address on January 21, 2025. Emergency services attended promptly but the driver was pronounced dead upon arrival.

Location and Time

The crash occurred on Dixon Street near Staplyton Street in Coolangatta at approximately 5:00 AM on Sunday, January 26, 2025.

Vehicles Involved

Vehicle 1

• Make/Model: White Suzuki SX4 S Cross
• Direction: southbound on Dixon Street
• Status: stolen vehicle with stolen registration plates
• Driver: 28-year-old male (deceased at scene)

Vehicles 2 & 3

• Two parked vehicles struck during the collision
• Types not specified in report
• No occupants injured

Injuries / Fatalities

Fatalities

• 28-year-old male driver of the Suzuki SX4 S Cross (deceased at scene)

Injuries

• None reported.

Emergency Response

Emergency services responded to the scene promptly following the crash. The driver was pronounced dead upon the arrival of emergency personnel at the scene.

Investigation

Queensland Police Forensic Crash Unit is leading the investigation into the incident. The Suzuki involved had been reported stolen from a Bilinga address on January 21, 2025, and its registration plates were also stolen prior to the crash. Investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding the collision and the operation of the stolen vehicle.

Police are appealing for any witnesses or individuals who may have footage of the vehicle prior to the crash to come forward with information.

Appeal for Information

Queensland Police are appealing for witnesses or persons with information about the crash or the stolen vehicle prior to the incident to contact Policelink on 131 444 or submit details online. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via their website.