October 11, 2024

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Incident Overview

A tragic crash occurred on Thursday morning, October 10, 2024, on Beaudesert Boonah Road in Coulson, Queensland, claiming the life of a 36-year-old man.

Details of the Crash

Around 8:00 AM, a Holden Barina, driven by the 36-year-old man, was traveling along Beaudesert Boonah Road when it veered onto the wrong side of the road. The Barina collided with a Honda CR-V and an LDV Maxus T60 ute that were traveling in the opposite direction. The impact of the collision caused significant damage to all three vehicles.

Fatality and Injuries

The driver of the Holden Barina sustained critical injuries and tragically died at the scene. A woman in her 20s, who was a passenger in one of the other vehicles, suffered life-threatening abdominal and pelvic injuries and was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital in critical condition. Another woman in her 30s and an infant child sustained minor injuries and were taken to Ipswich Hospital in a stable condition.

Emergency Response and Investigation

Emergency services rushed to the scene to provide medical assistance and manage the crash site. The road was closed for several hours while police conducted their investigation.

Appeal for Information

Police are appealing for any witnesses to the crash or anyone with relevant dashcam footage to contact Crime Stoppers. This information could help investigators piece together the events leading up to the crash and determine the cause of the collision.

Conclusion

This tragic incident is a reminder of the importance of road safety and the devastating consequences that can result from crashes. The community extends its condolences to the family and friends of the deceased man.