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Incident Overview
A woman has died after a single-vehicle crash involving a Toyota Hilux utility at Sarina on 13 May. Police say the vehicle lost control and crashed outside a Sarina Homebush Road address, leaving the driver with minor injuries and the passenger with critical head injuries.
Location and Time
- Crash Date: Wednesday, 13 May 2026 (6:15pm)
- Location: Sarina Homebush Road, Sarina, QLD
Vehicles Involved
- Toyota Hilux utility (single vehicle)
Injuries/Fatalities
- Fatalities:
- 29-year-old woman, passenger, transported to Mackay Base Hospital with life-threatening head injuries and later died.
- Injuries:
- 25-year-old man, driver, sustained minor injuries and was transported to Mackay Base Hospital.
Emergency Response
- Police and emergency services attended after reports of a crash about 6:15pm.
- Both occupants were transported to Mackay Base Hospital for treatment.
- Road closure and diversion details were not provided.
Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the crash, with inquiries ongoing.
- No charges have been announced.
- No court appearances have been announced.
Community Impact
The death has affected the Sarina community, with police continuing inquiries into the circumstances of the crash on Sarina Homebush Road.
Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone with relevant information or dashcam footage to come forward.
- Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
- Policelink: Call 131 444.