February 16, 2026

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Incident Overview
Police are investigating a single-vehicle crash at Bredden, near Charters Towers, after a ute towing a caravan left the roadway and hit a tree. The vehicle and caravan were later confirmed to have been reported stolen.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Sunday, 15 February 2026 (10:30am)
  • Location: Bredden, near Charters Towers, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Mitsubishi Triton utility towing a caravan

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • Nil reported.
  • Injuries:
    • Driver: 30-year-old Townsville man, driver, back injuries; transported to Charters Towers Hospital in a stable condition.
    • Passenger: three-year-old child, passenger, facial injuries; transported to Charters Towers Hospital in a stable condition.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended the crash scene at Bredden following reports of the ute leaving the road and striking a tree.
  • The driver and child passenger were taken to Charters Towers Hospital in a stable condition.
  • Any road closures or traffic diversions were not stated.

Police Investigation
Police are investigating the circumstances of the crash, including the reported theft of the Mitsubishi Triton and the caravan.

  • Charges laid, if any: Not stated.
  • Court appearances: Not stated.

Community Impact
The incident has raised concerns locally after police confirmed the ute and caravan involved had been reported stolen.

Appeal for Information
Police are appealing for anyone with information, CCTV, or dash-cam vision from the area around the time of the crash to contact Policelink.

  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
  • Policelink: Call 131 444.