January 5, 2025

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The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a fatal traffic crash at Sippy Downs last night, January 5.

Initial investigations indicate that around 12:10am, emergency services were called to Albany Street near Claymore Road following reports of a Kawasaki Ninja 1000 motorbike colliding with a Kia Sportage towing a boat.

Upon arrival, the rider of the motorbike, a 23-year-old Palmview man, was initially treated for serious injuries but was declared deceased at the scene.

The driver of the Kia, a 54-year-old Sippy Downs man, was not physically injured.

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the incident and are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has relevant dashcam or CCTV footage to come forward.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing the number of lives lost on our roads.

Data shows that serious crashes can be significantly reduced when drivers recognise and avoid the ‘Fatal Five’ behaviours: speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue and distraction.

Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. Learn more about staying safe on Queensland roads: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/initiatives/fatal-five-staying-safe-roads

Quote this reference number: QP2500024421

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