April 2, 2026

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Incident Overview
A man has died and another has been critically injured after a single-vehicle crash in the Pioneer Valley near Mackay. Police say a Toyota Landcruiser left the road, rolled, and struck a power pole.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Wednesday, 1 April 2026 (11:30pm)
  • Location: Marian Eton Road, Marian, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Toyota Landcruiser (single vehicle), which police allege left the roadway, rolled and hit a power pole

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 24-year-old man from Marian (driver), sustained life-threatening injuries and died at the scene
  • Injuries:
    • 44-year-old man from Eton (passenger), taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries

Emergency Response

  • Police attended after reports of a vehicle crash on Marian Eton Road about 11.30pm.
  • The passenger was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
  • Any road closures or traffic diversions were not stated by police.

Police Investigation
Forensic Crash Unit investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing.

  • Charges laid, if any, have not been announced.
  • Court appearances have not been announced.

Community Impact
The crash has resulted in a death and critical injuries in the Pioneer Valley community near Mackay, with police continuing inquiries into the circumstances.

Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward.

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