May 13, 2026

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Incident Overview
Two men were seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle in an alleged hit-and-run on the Kennedy Highway at Mount Garnet. Police say the vehicle was travelling in the same direction as the pedestrians and failed to stop to render assistance.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Saturday, 2 May 2026 (2:30am)
  • Location: Kennedy Highway (near Spring Creek Bridge), Mount Garnet, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • White utility with a metal cage on the back (vehicle of interest), alleged to have struck two pedestrians while travelling in the same direction.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • None reported.
  • Injuries:
    • 18-year-old Mount Garnet man, pedestrian, critical injuries; airlifted to Cairns Base Hospital.
    • 25-year-old Mount Garnet man, pedestrian, non-life-threatening injuries; transported to Atherton Hospital.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended the scene on the Kennedy Highway near Spring Creek Bridge after reports two pedestrians had been struck.
  • The 18-year-old was airlifted to Cairns Base Hospital and the 25-year-old was taken by ambulance to Atherton Hospital.
  • Any road closures or traffic diversions were not detailed by police.

Police Investigation
Police have released vision of a vehicle of interest as investigations continue into the alleged hit-and-run. Police say the incident occurred about 1.5 kilometres from the Mount Garnet Rodeo grounds.

  • No charges have been announced.
  • No court appearances have been listed.

Community Impact
The incident has prompted concern in Mount Garnet, with police seeking public assistance to identify the vehicle involved after two local men were injured.

Appeal for Information
Police are appealing for the owner of a white utility with a metal cage on the back to come forward, as they may be able to assist with inquiries. Anyone with information or relevant dashcam/CCTV from the area around the time of the crash is urged to contact police and quote reference number QP2600839901.

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