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Introduction
A 17-year-old moped rider is in critical condition following a devastating collision with a ute in Silkstone, Ipswich.
Silkstone Crash Overview
The incident occurred at the intersection of Blackstone Road and Church Street in Silkstone around 4:10 pm on Thursday. The red moped, ridden by the teenager, collided with a white ute.
Injuries and Medical Treatment
The 17-year-old moped rider from Raceview suffered life-threatening injuries and was rushed to Princess Alexandra Hospital in critical condition. A 14-year-old boy, a passenger in the ute, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to Ipswich Hospital. The 41-year-old Silkstone man driving the ute was not physically injured.
Silkstone Crash Investigation and Appeal for Witnesses
Police are investigating the Silkstone crash and are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam or CCTV footage to come forward. This information could be vital in determining the cause of the crash and any potential contributing factors.
Conclusion
This heartbreaking Silkstone crash highlights the vulnerability of young road users, particularly those on two-wheeled vehicles. Our thoughts are with the injured teenager and his family as he fights for his life.