May 31, 2025

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Incident Overview
An 18-year-old man from Mount Louisa has died following a serious e-scooter crash on the Flinders Highway in Roseneath , a suburb on the outer edge of Townsville, Queensland , on Saturday, May 31, 2025 , at approximately 1:00 am .

Emergency services were called to the scene after reports of a single-vehicle collision involving an electric scooter . The teen was found with critical injuries and was transported to Townsville University Hospital for urgent treatment. Despite medical efforts, he passed away shortly after arriving at the hospital.

The Queensland Police Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the incident and is appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage from the area around the time of the crash to come forward.

“The young man was found fighting for life with significant injuries when located by emergency services.”
— Queensland Police Service statement

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Saturday, May 31, 2025 (approximately 1:00 am).
  • Location: Flinders Highway, Roseneath, Townsville, Queensland — a high-speed road through the city’s outer suburbs.

Vehicle Involved

  • An **electric scooter**, ridden by the 18-year-old male who died as a result of his injuries.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • The 18-year-old rider died at **Townsville University Hospital** following critical injuries sustained in the crash.

Emergency Response

  • Paramedics and police responded rapidly to the report of a serious crash involving an e-scooter.
  • The injured teen was assessed and airlifted to hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

“He was taken to Townsville University Hospital in a critical condition… and died in hospital a short time later.”
— 7NEWS report

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating:

  • The circumstances that led to the e-scooter crash on Flinders Highway.
  • Road conditions, visibility, and potential contributing factors such as speed or mechanical failure.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage from the **Flinders Highway near Roseneath** around **1:00 am on May 31, 2025**.

Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers or submit details via Policelink.

Community Impact
This tragic incident highlights the risks associated with e-scooters on major highways , particularly during overnight travel. It serves as a sobering reminder to young riders about the importance of road safety and the potential consequences of operating personal mobility devices on high-speed roads.

Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage of the Flinders Highway in Roseneath around 1:00 am on May 31, 2025 , is urged to contact authorities: