Fatal Motorcycle QLD
Fatal traffic crash, Rangeville
Published 23 January 2025 · Updated 1 May 2026
Key facts
- When
- 22 Jan 2026Thursday, about 12:00pm
- Where
- Rangeville, QLD
- Type
- Motorbike vs car collision
- Killed
- 1 personOne male motorbike rider, 44 years old
- Investigation
- Queensland Police, Forensic Crash UnitQueensland Police Forensic Crash Unit is leading the investigation into the circumstances of the collision.
What happened
Incident Overview
On Wednesday, January 22, 2026, a fatal traffic crash occurred in Rangeville, Queensland, when a yellow Suzuki motorbike collided with a white Subaru VX on Long Street. The motorbike rider, a 44-year-old man from Newtown, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Queensland Police attended and secured the scene. The driver of the Subaru, a 64-year-old woman from East Toowoomba, was not physically injured in the collision.
Location and Time
The collision occurred on Long Street, Rangeville, at approximately 12:00pm on Wednesday, January 22, 2026.
Vehicles Involved
Vehicle 1
- Make/Model: Yellow Suzuki motorbike
- Driver: 44-year-old male from Newtown (deceased at scene)
Vehicle 2
- Make/Model: White Subaru VX
- Driver: 64-year-old female from East Toowoomba
Injuries / Fatalities
Fatalities
- 44-year-old male motorbike rider from Newtown (deceased at scene)
Injuries
- None reported.
Emergency Response
Queensland Police and emergency services attended the scene following the collision on Long Street. The motorbike rider was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Investigation
Queensland Police Forensic Crash Unit is leading the investigation into the circumstances of the collision. Investigators are examining all aspects of the crash, including whether speed was a factor. Police are appealing for any witnesses or persons with relevant vision of the motorbike prior to the crash to come forward with information.
Appeal for Information
Queensland Police are urging anyone who witnessed the collision or has relevant information to contact Policelink on 131 444 or submit information online at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting. Crime information can also be reported anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au. Reference number: QP2500128458.
If you were involved in a crash in Queensland
- 01Injury claims are usually made against the compulsory third party (CTP) insurer of the vehicle at fault.
- 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.
- 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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