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Driver killed in Burnett Highway crash at Ban Ban, QLD on Monday, 20 April 2026

Ban Ban, Queensland

Published 20 April 2026

Key facts

Where
Ban Ban, Queensland

What happened

Incident Overview
A 53-year-old man has died after a single-vehicle crash on the Burnett Highway at Ban Ban in Queenslands North Burnett region. Police say a Nissan Navara dual cab ute travelling northbound left the road and struck a tree.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Monday, 20 April 2026 (3:24pm)
  • Location: Burnett Highway, Ban Ban, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Nissan Navara dual cab ute

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 53-year-old man from Victoria, driver, declared deceased at the scene
  • Injuries:
    • No other injuries reported

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended the scene after reports of a crash on the Burnett Highway.
  • The driver sustained critical injuries and was declared deceased at the scene; no hospital transport was reported.
  • Any road closures or traffic diversions were not detailed.

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the crash, including how the vehicle left the roadway before striking a tree.

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

Community Impact
The fatal crash has affected the North Burnett community, with police continuing inquiries into the incident on a key regional highway.

Appeal for Information
Police are appealing for witnesses, particularly anyone with dashcam footage from the area around the time of the crash, to come forward. Quote reference number QP2600765349.

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

If you were involved in a crash in Queensland

  1. 01Injury claims are usually made against the compulsory third party (CTP) insurer of the vehicle at fault.
  2. 02A Notice of Accident Claim Form is generally due within 9 months of the crash, or within 1 month of first consulting a lawyer, whichever is earlier.
  3. 03Families of people killed in a crash may be able to claim for loss of financial support.

General information only, not legal advice.

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