Fatal traffic crash, Umbiram

What happened

Incident Overview

On Sunday, 4 June 2023, a fatal collision involving a motorcycle and two other vehicles occurred on the Gore Highway near Umbiram, west of Toowoomba, Queensland. A 24-year-old motorcyclist from Pittsworth died at the scene following the multi-vehicle crash.

The incident occurred at approximately 3:30pm when a yellow Triumph Daytona motorbike collided with a white Subaru Forester travelling in the same direction, before the motorcycle was then struck by a grey Mazda CX-3 travelling in the opposite direction. An off-duty nurse provided immediate assistance before emergency services arrived. The Gore Highway was closed for several hours with local diversions in place before reopening around 7:30pm.

Location and Time

The collision occurred on the Gore Highway between Southbrook and Westbrook, near Umbiram, at approximately 3:30pm on Sunday afternoon.

Vehicles Involved

Vehicle 1

• Make/Model: Yellow Triumph Daytona motorcycle
• Direction: northeast
• Driver: 24-year-old male from Pittsworth (deceased at scene)

Vehicle 2

• Make/Model: White Subaru Forester
• Direction: northeast
• Occupants: driver and passenger (not physically injured)

Vehicle 3

• Make/Model: Grey Mazda CX-3
• Direction: southwest (opposite direction)
• Occupants: driver (not physically injured)

Injuries / Fatalities

Fatalities

• 24-year-old male motorcyclist from Pittsworth (deceased at scene)

Injuries

• None reported.

Community Impact

The Gore Highway was closed in both directions for several hours while emergency services attended the scene and conducted initial investigations. Local diversions were in place before the highway reopened at approximately 7:30pm.

Emergency Response

Queensland Ambulance Service and Queensland Fire and Emergency Services attended the scene. An off-duty nurse provided immediate first aid assistance to the motorcyclist before the arrival of emergency services, however the rider was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Investigation

Queensland Police Forensic Crash Unit is leading the investigation into the circumstances of the collision. Police are appealing for witnesses who may have observed the motorcyclist riding in the area around 3:00pm to come forward with information. The investigation is ongoing.

Appeal for Information

Queensland Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information about the collision to contact Policelink on 131 444, or report information anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au. Information can also be submitted online at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting. Reference number: QP2300923435.