September 4, 2025

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Incident Overview
Queensland Police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that occurred at Cedar Vale in the early hours of Thursday, September 4, 2025. Just after midnight, a white Toyota Camry travelling on the Mount Lindesay Highway struck a 66-year-old roadworker near Cedar Grove Road. The driver of the Camry failed to remain at the scene and did not render assistance. The roadworker was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital with life-threatening injuries.

“The driver of the Camry failed to remain at the scene and render assistance.” — Queensland Police Service

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Thursday, September 4, 2025 (just after midnight)
  • Location: Mount Lindesay Highway near Cedar Grove Road, Cedar Vale, Queensland

Vehicles Involved

  • White Toyota Camry (driver fled the scene, identity unknown)
  • Roadwork safety crew member (pedestrian victim)

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • No fatalities reported at this stage.
  • Serious Injuries:
    • 66-year-old male roadworker, sustained life-threatening injuries, transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital.
  • No Injuries:
    • No injuries reported to the Toyota Camry driver, who fled the scene.

Emergency Response

  • Police and paramedics responded shortly after midnight following reports of a roadworker struck by a vehicle.
  • The injured worker was treated at the scene and transported in critical condition to Princess Alexandra Hospital.
  • The Toyota Camry driver fled and remains unidentified. Police issued an appeal for the driver to come forward.

“Investigators are appealing to the driver of the Camry to come forward.” — Queensland Police Service

Police Investigation
Queensland Police are examining:

  • The sequence of events that led to the Toyota Camry striking the roadworker.
  • The actions of the driver who failed to remain at the scene and render assistance.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage from motorists travelling the Mount Lindesay Highway near Cedar Vale around midnight.

Community Impact
The crash has caused concern in the Cedar Vale and wider Logan region communities, highlighting the risks faced by roadworkers who operate on Queensland highways. The seriousness of the injuries sustained has also renewed calls for vigilance and compliance with roadwork safety zones.

Appeal for Information
Authorities are urging anyone with information or dashcam/CCTV footage to contact:

  • Policelink: Report online at [www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting](https://www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting) or call 131 444
  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at [www.crimestoppersqld.com.au](https://www.crimestoppersqld.com.au)