May 11, 2026

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Incident Overview
A 41-year-old woman from Coomera died at the scene after a three-vehicle crash on Maudsland Road at Maudsland in the Gold Coast hinterland. Police said three other people, including an 11-year-old girl, were taken to hospital with injuries ranging from minor to serious. Early investigations indicate a ute may have crossed onto the wrong side of the road, triggering the collision.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Sunday, 10 May 2026 (12:00pm)
  • Location: Maudsland Road, Maudsland, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Station wagon (driven by a 41-year-old Coomera woman)
  • Dual cab ute (driven by a 19-year-old man)
  • Hatchback (driven by a woman in her 60s)

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 41-year-old woman, from Coomera, driver, died at the scene.
  • Injuries:
    • 11-year-old girl, passenger, transported to hospital in a life-threatening condition with significant injuries; later reported to be in a stable condition.
    • 19-year-old man, driver, transported to hospital with serious abdominal injuries.
    • Woman in her 60s, driver, transported to hospital in a stable condition with a sore neck.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended the scene following reports of a three-car crash around noon.
  • Multiple patients were transported to hospital, including an 11-year-old girl initially reported in a life-threatening condition.
  • Maudsland Road was closed for more than six hours while emergency crews worked and the scene was examined.

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the crash. Police said early inquiries suggest the 19-year-old driver may have veered onto the wrong side of the road and he is cooperating with investigators.

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

Community Impact
The crash caused lengthy traffic disruptions with Maudsland Road shut for more than six hours, and police described the incident as traumatic for passing motorists and nearby residents.

Appeal for Information
Police have appealed for anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant dashcam footage from Maudsland Road around midday to come forward.

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