Young Driver Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Bruce Highway, Bajool – Two Injured – May 14, 2025

What happened

Incident Overview

A fatal multi-vehicle crash occurred on the Bruce Highway near Bajool , Queensland, on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 , at approximately 2:40 pm , claiming the life of a 24-year-old man and injuring two other drivers.

The crash involved a white Suzuki Jimny , which was traveling southbound , colliding with a white Toyota Hilux heading northbound. A second vehicle — a grey Toyota Hilux , also traveling north — then became involved in the collision.

Emergency services attended the scene promptly. The driver of the Suzuki Jimny died at the site of the crash, while both Toyota Hilux drivers — a 26-year-old man and a 28-year-old man — were transported to Rockhampton Base Hospital for treatment.

Queensland Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash and are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

“The driver of the Jimny, a 24-year-old man, died at the scene.”
— Queensland Police Service statement

• Crash Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 (approximately 2:40 pm).
• Location: Bruce Highway, Bajool, Queensland — about 25 minutes south of Rockhampton.

• A white Suzuki Jimny, driven by the deceased 24-year-old man.
• A white Toyota Hilux, driven by a 26-year-old man who was taken to hospital.
• A grey Toyota Hilux, driven by a 28-year-old man who was also hospitalized after the impact.

• Fatality:
  • The 24-year-old male driver of the white Suzuki Jimny died at the scene.
• Serious Injuries:
  • The 26-year-old driver of the white Toyota Hilux sustained injuries and was taken to Rockhampton Base Hospital.
  • The 28-year-old driver of the grey Toyota Hilux was also injured and transported to hospital.

This tragic crash has deeply affected the local community, particularly due to the loss of a young life and the serious injuries sustained by the other two drivers. It underscores the risks faced by road users on high-speed highways like the Bruce Highway , especially in rural areas where emergency response times can be critical.

Emergency Response

• Police and paramedics responded immediately to reports of a serious crash involving multiple vehicles.
• Fire crews and medical personnel worked to extract and stabilize victims before transporting the injured for urgent care.

“Both Hilux drivers… were taken to Rockhampton Base Hospital for treatment.”
— Queensland Police update

Investigation

The Queensland Police Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, focusing on:

• The sequence of events that led to the three-vehicle collision.
• Road conditions, visibility, and potential factors such as speed, distraction, or mechanical failure.
• Dashcam or CCTV footage from the Bruce Highway around the time of the crash.

Authorities have not yet released details regarding fault or possible contributing causes.

“Investigations are ongoing.”
— Queensland Police statement

Appeal for Information

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage of the Bruce Highway near Bajool around 2:40 pm on May 14, 2025 , is urged to contact police:

• Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
• Policelink: Submit anonymous tips via the suspicious activity form at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.