August 5, 2026

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Incident Overview
An 83-year-old Yeppoon man died after he was struck by a Haval H6 station wagon while crossing Barmaryee Road. Queensland Police said the crash occurred on Sunday, 2 August 2026, and the pedestrian later died after being airlifted to hospital with serious injuries.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Sunday, 2 August 2026 (around 4.30pm)
  • Location: Barmaryee Road, Yeppoon, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Haval H6 station wagon
  • Pedestrian crossing Barmaryee Road

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality: 83-year-old Yeppoon man; airlifted to hospital with serious injuries and died on Tuesday, 4 August 2026.
  • No injury reported: 50-year-old Barmaryee woman who was driving the Haval H6.

Emergency Response
The injured pedestrian was airlifted to hospital for treatment. Queensland Police and the Forensic Crash Unit are investigating the incident.

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the crash. The QPS update does not state a final finding about the cause of the collision or legal responsibility.

Appeal for Information
Police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with relevant dashcam footage to come forward.

  • Policelink: Submit information through the online suspicious activity form at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.
  • Crime Stoppers: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
  • Reference: QP2601495258

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