April 1, 2026

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Incident Overview

Two men died following the Marian Eton Road crash investigated by Queensland Police after a Toyota LandCruiser left the road on Wednesday, 1 April 2026. The 24-year-old driver died at the scene, while police later confirmed that the 44-year-old passenger died in hospital on Sunday, 3 May after the single-vehicle rollover crash near Mackay.

Location and Time

  • Crash date: Wednesday, 1 April 2026
  • Approximate time: 11:30 pm
  • Location: Marian Eton Road, Marian, Queensland

People and Vehicles Involved

  • The driver was a 24-year-old man from Marian.
  • The passenger was a 44-year-old man from Eton.
  • Queensland Police said the Toyota LandCruiser left the road, rolled and struck a power pole.

Injuries and Fatalities

The driver sustained life-threatening injuries and died at the scene. The passenger was initially taken to Mackay Base Hospital and then airlifted to Townsville University Hospital, where police said he died on Sunday, 3 May.

Emergency Response

Police were called to Marian Eton Road after receiving reports of the rollover. The passenger was transported for hospital treatment before the later air transfer to Townsville.

Police Investigation

Police said the investigation into the cause remained ongoing in the 5 May update. The cited sources describe the reported vehicle movement but do not provide a final determination about the cause of the crash or legal responsibility.

Appeal for Information

In the original release, police asked anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward. The police reference is QP2600642558.

Sources