October 9, 2024

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A 15-year-old boy has died following a serious traffic crash that occurred in Caboolture last week, October 4.

Investigations indicate around 7:20pm, a Hino 300 truck and an e-scooter collided on Bertha Street at the intersection with Mill Street.

The 15-year-old Caboolture boy, the rider of the e-scooter, was initially taken to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital in a critical condition but has since passed away from his injuries.

The occupants of the truck were not physically injured.

Investigators from the Forensic Crash Unit are continuing to appeal for anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or may have relevant dashcam or CCTV vision, to come forward.

Investigations are ongoing.

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If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing the number of lives lost on our roads.

Data shows that serious crashes can be significantly reduced when drivers recognise and avoid the ‘Fatal Five’ behaviours: speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue and distraction.

Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. Learn more about staying safe on Queensland roads: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/initiatives/fatal-five-staying-safe-roads

Quote this reference number: QP2401705615

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