April 3, 2026

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Incident Overview
A 23-year-old man has died after a single-vehicle motorcycle crash on the Gold Coast. Police say the rider lost control on West Burleigh Road at Burleigh Heads and was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries before later dying.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Thursday, 2 April 2026 (about 9pm)
  • Location: West Burleigh Road, Burleigh Heads, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Green Kawasaki motorcycle

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 23-year-old man from Currumbin, rider; taken to Gold Coast University Hospital with life-threatening injuries and later died
  • Injuries:
    • None reported

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended after the crash on West Burleigh Road.
  • The rider was transported to Gold Coast University Hospital.
  • Any road closures or diversions were not stated.

Police Investigation
Police say initial investigations indicate the motorcycle lost control before crashing. Investigations are ongoing.

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

Community Impact
The death has prompted an appeal for information from anyone who saw the motorcycle before the crash, as police work to establish the circumstances.

Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone with relevant information, including dash-cam footage or sightings of the motorcycle leading up to the crash, to come forward.

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