December 26, 2025

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Incident Overview
A 73-year-old woman has been seriously injured following a single-vehicle crash in Lutwyche on Christmas night, 25 December. Police say a white Toyota Camry veered off Lutwyche Road and struck a pole late in the evening. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was taken to hospital in a serious but stable condition. Investigations are ongoing.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Thursday, 25 December 2025 (around 11:45pm)
  • Location: Lutwyche Road, Lutwyche, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • White Toyota Camry — left the roadway and struck a pole

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Critical/Serious Injuries:
    • 73-year-old Lawnton woman — driver and sole occupant; sustained a serious leg injury; transported to Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital in a serious but stable condition.

Emergency Response

  • Queensland Police and Queensland Ambulance Service attended the scene following reports of a vehicle striking a pole.
  • The injured driver was treated and transported to hospital.
  • A crash scene was established for investigation.

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances that led to the vehicle leaving the roadway.

  • Investigators are examining vehicle movements and road conditions.
  • Police are seeking CCTV and dashcam vision from the area at the time of the crash.

Community Impact
The crash caused temporary disruption along Lutwyche Road late on Christmas night and highlighted ongoing safety concerns on busy inner-north Brisbane arterial roads.

Appeal for Information
Police urge anyone with relevant information, CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward. Quote reference number QP2502365927.

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