January 24, 2025

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The Forensic Crash Unit are investigating a serious traffic crash involving a Queensland Police Service vehicle at Warrill View in the Scenic Rim this afternoon, January 24.

Initial investigations indicate that around 1pm, the police vehicle and a truck collided on the Cunningham Highway, north of Radford Road.

The driver and sole occupant of the police vehicle, a male senior constable, sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to the Royal Brisbane and Womens Hospital.

The driver and sole occupant of the truck sustained minor injuries.

The Forensic Crash Unit are investigating the circumstances of the crash and is appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or may have relevant dashcam or CCTV footage to come forward.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing the number of lives lost on our roads.

Data shows that serious crashes can be significantly reduced when drivers recognise and avoid the ‘Fatal Five’ behaviours: speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue and distraction.

Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. Learn more about staying safe on Queensland roads: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/initiatives/fatal-five-staying-safe-roads

Quote this reference number: QP2500142326

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