Fatal Traffic Crash at Grandchester Draws Police Response

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a fatal two-vehicle traffic crash at Grandchester yesterday evening, 27 February.

Initial investigations indicate that around 5:45pm, a grey Mitsubishi Triton and a blue Toyota Corolla were travelling in opposite directions along Rosewood Laidley Road before colliding.

The driver of the Corolla, a 17-year-old Gatton girl, was initially airlifted to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital in a critical condition, and has today passed away from her injuries.

The driver of the Triton, a 38-year-old Walloon man was not physically injured.

The Forensic Crash Unit are investigating the circumstances of the crash and appeal to anyone with relevant information, CCTV or dash cam vision to come forward.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing the number of lives lost on our roads.

Every choice you make behind the wheel, matters. Driving under the influence, speeding, driving distracted or not wearing a seatbelt puts your life – and the lives of others – at serious risk. These dangerous behaviours will not be tolerated. Queenslanders can expect police – anywhere, anytime.

Safer roads start with you.

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