May 11, 2025

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Incident Overview
A serious single-vehicle crash occurred on May 11, 2025 , at approximately 1:00 pm , on the Old Bruce Highway near Traveston Crossing Road , Kybong , Queensland.

The vehicle involved was a white Suzuki Baleno sedan , driven by an 80-year-old man who sustained facial injuries and was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in serious but stable condition .

At this stage, there are no reports of other vehicles involved. However, police believe the man had been traveling from Brisbane towards Gympie in the hours before the crash and may have been observed along the M1 or Old Bruce Highway .

Authorities are appealing to the public for any dashcam footage or witness accounts that could assist with their investigation.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Monday, May 11, 2025 (approximately 1:00 pm).
  • Location: Old Bruce Highway near Traveston Crossing Road, Kybong, Queensland.

Vehicle Involved

  • A **white Suzuki Baleno sedan**, driven by the 80-year-old man, which crashed on the Old Bruce Highway.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Serious Injuries:
    • The 80-year-old male driver sustained facial injuries and was taken to Sunshine Coast University Hospital in serious but stable condition.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended the scene promptly after the crash was reported.
  • The elderly driver was treated at the scene before being transported to hospital for further care.

“The driver and sole occupant, an 80-year-old man, sustained facial injuries and was transported to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital in a serious but stable condition.”
— Queensland Police Service statement

Police Investigation
The Queensland Police Service is conducting an ongoing investigation into the crash, focusing on:

  • The sequence of events leading up to the crash involving the white Suzuki Baleno.
  • Road conditions, signage, and visibility at the time of the incident.
  • Potential factors such as health-related impairment, fatigue, or road conditions affecting the driver’s ability to control the vehicle.

Authorities are particularly interested in dashcam or CCTV footage of the vehicle traveling along the M1 or Old Bruce Highway prior to the crash.

“Police are appealing to anyone who may have seen the vehicle on the M1 or Old Bruce Highway, including anyone with dashcam vision of the white Suzuki Baleno, to come forward.”
— Queensland Police update

Appeal for Information
The community is urged to assist authorities by providing any information that could help determine the cause of the crash:

  • Policelink: Submit tips via the online suspicious activity form at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting. Quote reference number: **QP2500811264**.
  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Report anonymously by calling 1800 333 000 or visiting www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
  • Witnesses or drivers with **dashcam footage** of the **white Suzuki Baleno** traveling along the **M1 or Old Bruce Highway** are especially encouraged to contact police.

Community Impact
This incident highlights the risks faced by older drivers , particularly on major highways and rural roads like the Old Bruce Highway . While the man survived the crash, his injuries underscore the importance of road safety and situational awareness for all motorists, regardless of age or experience.