December 17, 2025

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Incident Overview
Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious traffic crash at Rollingstone, north-west of Townsville, on Tuesday, 16 December. The collision occurred late morning on the Bruce Highway and involved two heavy vehicles near a roadside fruit stall. One driver sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to hospital. Investigations are ongoing, with police seeking information from witnesses, including a motorist who stopped nearby at the time.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, 16 December 2025 (around 11:50am)
  • Location: Bruce Highway, Rollingstone (approx. 50km north-west of Townsville), QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • White Isuzu Pantech truck — driven by a 61-year-old man
  • White and red semi-trailer — involved in the collision

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Critical/Serious Injuries:
    • 61-year-old male — Isuzu driver; sustained serious leg injuries and was airlifted to Townsville University Hospital in a serious but stable condition.

Emergency Response

  • Police and emergency services attended the scene shortly after the collision.
  • The injured driver was airlifted to Townsville University Hospital for specialist treatment.
  • The crash site was secured for investigation along the Bruce Highway.

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision.

  • Investigators are examining the movements of both heavy vehicles prior to impact.
  • Police are seeking dashcam footage and witness accounts.
  • Officers are particularly keen to speak with the driver of a white vehicle seen stopping at the roadside fruit stall at the time of the crash.

Community Impact
The crash caused disruption along a busy section of the Bruce Highway north of Townsville and has raised concerns for motorists travelling through the Rollingstone area, particularly near roadside businesses.

Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone with information or relevant dashcam footage to come forward. Quote reference number QP2502303706.

  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
  • Contact Policelink on 131 444 or submit details via the QPS online suspicious activity form.