February 3, 2026

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Incident Overview
A woman has died following a single-vehicle traffic crash near the Daintree Ferry crossing in Far North Queensland. Police say a utility left the roadway, struck an embankment and rolled onto its roof on Cape Tribulation Road. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was declared deceased at the scene. The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the cause of the crash.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Monday, 2 February 2026 (around 6.36pm)
  • Location: Cape Tribulation Road, Kimberley (near Daintree Ferry crossing), QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • White Toyota Hilux utility — single-vehicle rollover after striking an embankment

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 43-year-old woman — driver and sole occupant; declared deceased at the scene.

Emergency Response

  • Police and emergency services were notified at 6.36pm and attended the scene.
  • The vehicle was located on its roof after rolling.
  • The driver was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Police Investigation
Forensic crash officers are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

  • Investigators are working to determine the cause of the single-vehicle rollover.

Community Impact
The fatal crash has impacted the Kimberley and Daintree communities, occurring on a remote section of Cape Tribulation Road near the Daintree Ferry crossing.

Appeal for Information
Police urge anyone with information that may assist the investigation to come forward. Quote reference number QP2600215705.

  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
  • Policelink: Call 131 444 or submit information via the online suspicious activity form.