February 23, 2026

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Incident Overview
A utility terrain vehicle (UTV) rollover on a private property in Sandy Creek, Queensland, has left two men dead and two women injured. Police said the Polaris Ranger rolled before crashing into trees, with four occupants in the vehicle at the time.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Monday, 23 February 2026 (about 1:30pm)
  • Location: Cedarvale Rd, Sandy Creek, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Polaris Ranger utility terrain vehicle (UTV), which rolled and then struck trees on a private property.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 59-year-old man, driver, pronounced dead at the scene.
    • 75-year-old man, passenger, pronounced dead at the scene.
  • Injuries:
    • 33-year-old woman, passenger, airlifted to Royal Brisbane Women’s Hospital in a critical condition.
    • 50-year-old woman, occupant, self-extricated and airlifted to Sunshine Coast University Hospital for treatment.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended and treated four occupants at the scene.
  • Two patients were airlifted to hospital: one to Royal Brisbane Women’s Hospital and one to Sunshine Coast University Hospital.
  • Road closures and diversions were not specified.

Police Investigation
Police said the vehicle has been towed for inspection and investigations into the circumstances of the rollover remain ongoing.

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

Community Impact
The incident has resulted in two deaths and serious injuries, affecting those involved and the local community in Sandy Creek.

Appeal for Information
Police have urged anyone with information about the crash to contact police or Crime Stoppers.

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