August 23, 2026

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Incident Overview

A 52-year-old Jindalee man was taken to hospital after a single-vehicle crash on Kingsford Smith Drive at Eagle Farm on Sunday, 23 August 2026. Queensland Police said a gold Holden Monaro left the roadway and struck a tree.

Location and Time

  • Date and time: Shortly after 8 am on Sunday, 23 August 2026.
  • Location: Kingsford Smith Drive, Eagle Farm, Queensland.

Vehicle and Driver

  • Gold Holden Monaro — left the roadway and struck a tree, according to police.
  • The 52-year-old driver was the sole occupant and was taken to Royal Brisbane Hospital in a stable condition.

Police Investigation and Appeal

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the crash. The available police information does not state why the vehicle left the roadway.

Police have asked anyone who witnessed the crash, or who has relevant dashcam vision, to provide information. Reports can be made through Policelink or anonymously through Crime Stoppers Queensland on 1800 333 000, quoting reference QP2601643006.

Read the original Queensland Police report.