April 16, 2026

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Incident Overview
A motorcyclist is fighting for life after a collision with a truck south of Brisbane. The crash occurred near the Coomera River Bridge at Witheren in the Scenic Rim, with the Forensic Crash Unit investigating.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Thursday, 16 April 2026 (8:50am)
  • Location: Beaudesert Nerang Road (near Coomera River Bridge), Witheren, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Motorcycle (rider sustained life-threatening injuries)
  • Truck (involved in collision)

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • None reported.
  • Injuries:
    • Motorcyclist (age not stated), rider — life-threatening injuries; condition described as fighting for life.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended after reports a truck and motorcycle had collided.
  • Hospital transport details were not provided.
  • Beaudesert Nerang Road was closed in both directions between Clagiraba Road and Beechmont Road, with motorists urged to avoid the area.

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the crash.

  • No charges have been announced.
  • No court appearances have been listed.

Community Impact
The closure of Beaudesert Nerang Road caused disruption for motorists in the Scenic Rim area, with drivers urged to avoid the route while investigations and recovery efforts took place.

Appeal for Information
Police have appealed for anyone who witnessed the crash, or has relevant dashcam or CCTV footage from the area around the time of the collision, to come forward.

  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
  • Policelink: Call 131 444.