March 21, 2025

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Incident Overview
A serious car crash near Goomeri , close to Gympie , has left a woman with life-threatening injuries and a man in a critical condition. The incident occurred on the Wide Bay Highway at approximately 1:40 pm on Thursday, March 20, 2025 , when the car they were traveling in left the road and struck a tree.

Emergency services rushed to the scene, where firefighters worked to free the woman, who was trapped in the wreckage. She was treated for critical, life-threatening injuries before being transported to the hospital. The male passenger suffered significant injuries to his arm, neck, and chest and was airlifted to Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital in a life-threatening condition.

Queensland Police are investigating the crash, and traffic delays have been reported in both directions due to the ongoing recovery and investigation efforts.

Location and Time
The crash occurred on the Wide Bay Highway , near Goomeri , approximately 30 kilometers north of Gympie , at around 1:40 pm on Thursday, March 20, 2025 . The mid-afternoon timing and rural location may have contributed to the severity of the collision.

Vehicles Involved

  • A single vehicle, which left the road and struck a tree.

The car sustained significant damage upon impact with the tree, requiring emergency services to extricate the occupants from the wreckage.

Crash Description
Emergency services were called to the scene after reports of a single-vehicle crash involving a car that had left the road and collided with a tree. Upon arrival, responders found the female driver critically injured and trapped inside the vehicle. Firefighters worked to free her from the wreckage before paramedics provided urgent medical care.

The male passenger, who was also critically injured, suffered significant trauma to his arm, neck, and chest. He was airlifted to Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital in a life-threatening condition.

Authorities conducted an initial investigation, documenting skid marks, vehicle positions, and road conditions. Investigators are working to determine the sequence of events leading up to the crash, including speed, driver behavior, and other potential contributing factors.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • The female driver was critically injured and is in a life-threatening condition.
  • The male passenger suffered significant arm, neck, and chest injuries and was airlifted to the hospital in a life-threatening condition.

Emergency Response
Emergency services, including paramedics, firefighters, and police, responded swiftly to the crash site after it was reported. Firefighters worked to extricate the trapped woman from the wreckage, while paramedics provided urgent medical care to both occupants.

The male passenger was airlifted to Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital due to the severity of his injuries. Queensland Police secured the area and coordinated traffic management while conducting an initial investigation.

A crime scene was established to document evidence, including vehicle damage, skid marks, and debris. Investigators are appealing for witnesses or dashcam footage to assist with their inquiries.

Community Impact
The crash has left the local community deeply concerned, particularly given the life-threatening nature of the injuries sustained by both occupants. Emergency services personnel expressed grave fears for the woman’s survival due to the severity of her injuries.

Traffic delays have been reported in both directions on the Wide Bay Highway as authorities work to clear the scene and investigate the crash. Motorists have been advised to expect delays and seek alternate routes if possible.

Investigation
Queensland Police are conducting a detailed investigation into the crash, focusing on several key areas:

  • The actions of the driver leading up to the collision, including speed and adherence to road rules.
  • Road conditions, signage, and visibility at the time of the crash.
  • Potential factors such as distraction, fatigue, or mechanical issues with the vehicle.

Investigators are reviewing whether alcohol or drug impairment played a role in the crash. Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward to assist with their inquiries. Information can be provided via Policelink by calling 131 444 or online at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting .