Traffic crash appeal, Paradise Point (Gold Coast)

What happened

Incident Overview

On Saturday, February 17, 2024, a single-vehicle traffic crash occurred at Paradise Point on the Gold Coast after an object struck the windscreen of a white Toyota utility. The 17-year-old driver from Hope Island was transported to Gold Coast University Hospital with serious facial injuries.

Queensland Police attended the scene on Bruce Avenue near the Esplanade at approximately 11pm local time. Investigations into the circumstances of the crash are continuing.

Location and Time

The crash occurred on Bruce Avenue at Paradise Point, near the Esplanade, at approximately 11pm on Saturday, February 17, 2024.

Vehicles Involved

Vehicle 1

• Make/Model: White 2000 Toyota utility
• Driver: 17-year-old male from Hope Island

Injuries / Fatalities

Fatalities

• None reported.

Injuries

• 17-year-old male driver (transported to Gold Coast University Hospital, serious facial injuries)

Emergency Response

Queensland Police responded to the scene on Bruce Avenue at approximately 11pm. The 17-year-old driver was transported to Gold Coast University Hospital for treatment of serious facial injuries sustained in the crash.

Investigation

Queensland Police are investigating the circumstances of the single-vehicle crash. The incident occurred moments after an object struck the windscreen of the utility. Police are appealing for witnesses, particularly anyone with mobile phone vision of the incident, to come forward with information. Reference number: QP2400293706.

Appeal for Information

Queensland Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with mobile phone vision of the crash to contact Policelink on 131 444, submit information via the online suspicious activity form at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting (24 hours), or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersqld.com.au. Please quote reference number QP2400293706.