Serious traffic crash, Carrara

What happened

Incident Overview

On Sunday, April 2, 2023, a serious two-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of Birmingham Road and Nerang Broadbeach Road in Carrara, Queensland, injuring two people on a motorcycle.

Queensland Police were called to the scene at approximately 8:40pm local time. Emergency services attended and transported both motorcycle occupants to Gold Coast University Hospital for treatment.

Location and Time

The collision occurred at the intersection of Birmingham Road and Nerang Broadbeach Road, Carrara, at approximately 8:40pm on Sunday evening.

Vehicles Involved

Vehicle 1

• Type: Motorcycle
• Occupants: rider and pillion passenger

Vehicle 2

• Make/Model: 2016 Volkswagen Golf
• Occupants: uninjured

Injuries / Fatalities

Fatalities

• None reported.

Injuries

• 29-year-old female pillion passenger (transported to Gold Coast University Hospital, critical condition)
• 31-year-old male motorcycle rider, local resident (transported to Gold Coast University Hospital, stable condition)

Emergency Response

Queensland Ambulance Service attended the scene and transported both motorcycle occupants to Gold Coast University Hospital. The pillion passenger was conveyed in critical condition, while the rider was transported in stable condition. The occupants of the Volkswagen Golf did not require medical treatment.

Investigation

Queensland Police Forensic Crash Unit is leading the investigation into the collision. Police are appealing for any motorists with dashcam footage of the incident or the moments immediately prior to come forward to assist investigators. Investigations are ongoing.

Appeal for Information

Queensland Police are appealing for witnesses or motorists with dashcam footage of the collision to contact Policelink. Information can be provided online 24 hours a day via the suspicious activity form at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting, or anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.