May 10, 2025

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Incident Overview
A tragic two-vehicle crash occurred at the intersection of Drayton Connection Road and Luck Road in Vale View , Queensland, on Saturday, May 10, 2025 , at approximately 11:40 am .

The collision involved a blue Ford Ranger and a gold Subaru Outback , resulting in the death of a five-year-old girl who was a passenger in the Subaru. She was transported to Toowoomba Base Hospital , where she later succumbed to her injuries.

The driver of the Subaru , a 64-year-old woman from Vale View , and another child were also taken to hospital for treatment. The Ford Ranger driver , a 19-year-old man from Spring Mountain , was taken to hospital as a precaution. His two 18-year-old passengers were unharmed.

The Queensland Police Service Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the incident and has appealed for witnesses or anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025 (approximately 11:40 am).
  • Location: Intersection of Drayton Connection Road and Luck Road, Vale View, Queensland.

Vehicles Involved

  • A **blue Ford Ranger** driven by a 19-year-old man from Spring Mountain, carrying two 18-year-old passengers.
  • A **gold Subaru Outback** driven by a 64-year-old woman from Vale View, carrying a five-year-old girl and another child passenger.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • A five-year-old girl died at Toowoomba Base Hospital after sustaining critical injuries in the crash.
  • Serious Injuries:
    • The 64-year-old female driver of the Subaru was treated at Toowoomba Base Hospital.
    • A second child passenger in the Subaru was also transported to hospital for treatment.
  • No Injuries:
    • The 19-year-old Ford Ranger driver was taken to hospital as a precaution.
    • His two 18-year-old passengers sustained no injuries.

Emergency Response

  • Police and emergency services responded immediately to reports of a serious crash at the rural intersection.
  • Medical teams worked to stabilize all occupants before transporting the injured to Toowoomba Base Hospital.

“A five-year-old girl, a passenger in the Subaru, was transported to Toowoomba Base Hospital, where she later died as a result of her injuries.”
— Queensland Police Service statement

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is leading the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash, focusing on:

  • The sequence of events that led to the collision at the intersection.
  • Road conditions, signage, and visibility at the time of the crash.
  • Potential factors such as speed, distraction, or failure to give way contributing to the incident.

Authorities are appealing to the public for any available dashcam or CCTV footage to assist in reconstructing the crash.

“Anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam vision is urged to contact police.”
— Queensland Police update

Appeal for Information
The community is urged to assist authorities by providing any information that could help determine the cause of the crash:

Community Impact
This devastating crash has deeply affected the local community in Vale View , particularly given the loss of a young life and the serious injuries sustained by others. The incident serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of road safety at rural intersections, which can often pose higher risks due to limited sightlines or traffic controls.