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Hit-and-Run Crash Appeal – Cannon Hill, QLD – 8 August 2025

8 August 2025 · about 7:30am · Intersection of Creek Road and Murarrie Road, Cannon Hill, Queensland

Published 15 August 2025 · Updated 18 August 2025

Key facts

When
8 Aug 2025Friday, about 7:30am
Where
Intersection of Creek Road and Murarrie Road, Cannon Hill, Queensland
Type
Pedestrian and dog struck by vehicle, hit-and-run
Injured
1 person
Investigation
Forensic Crash Unit, Queensland PoliceThe Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.

What happened

Incident Overview

Queensland Police are appealing for public assistance following a hit-and-run crash in Cannon Hill on the morning of Friday, 8 August 2025. A woman and her dog were struck by a vehicle at a busy intersection, with the driver failing to remain at the scene.

The woman and her dog were struck while crossing or near the intersection. The driver failed to stop and render assistance, instead fleeing the scene. Police believe the vehicle is a grey or black hatchback, possibly a Toyota Corolla, and are urging the driver to come forward.

  • Crash Date: Friday, 8 August 2025
  • Crash Time: Approximately 7:30am
  • Location: Intersection of Creek Road and Murarrie Road, Cannon Hill, Queensland
  • Suspect Vehicle: Grey or black hatchback, believed to be a Toyota Corolla
  • Human Injury: A 59-year-old woman sustained non-life-threatening injuries and received medical treatment.
  • Animal Injury: Her dog was injured and treated by a veterinarian.

Investigation

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating. Officers are appealing for witnesses and requesting dashcam or CCTV footage from the area at the time of the incident.

Witnesses/Appeals
Police are calling on the driver involved to contact authorities immediately. Members of the public with relevant information are also urged to come forward.

Appeal for Information

  • Policelink: 131 444 or [Policelink Online Reporting](https://www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting)
  • Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or [Crime Stoppers QLD](https://www.crimestoppersqld.com.au)
  • Reference Number: QP2501410879
Source
Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000, Policelink: 131 444

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