Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash Under Investigation in Stuart
A 44-year-old man from Alice River has died following a multi-vehicle traffic collision on the Bruce Highway at Stuart on the morning of September 28.
According to the Queensland Police Service, the incident occurred around 6:00 a.m. near South Port Road. Initial investigations indicate that a white Hyundai i30 and a white Mazda B2500 utility slowed down due to livestock on the road. A Kawasaki motorcycle then clipped the Hyundai and collided with the rear of the Mazda utility.
The 44-year-old motorcycle rider sustained life-threatening injuries and was taken to Townsville University Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. Authorities reported that no other individuals sustained physical injuries in the incident.
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision. Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage to contact investigators.
Queensland Police
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