A man has died following a fatal single-vehicle crash at Apple Tree Creek last night, 30 August.
At about 9.30pm, emergency services were called to the Bruce Highway following reports of a single-vehicle crash.
Initial investigations indicate the driver was travelling from Childers Road and has failed to negotiate the turn onto the Bruce Highway, crashing into the culvert between the two-lane highway.
The driver, and sole occupant of the vehicle, a 60-year-old Bundaberg South man, died at the scene.
Forensic Crash Unit's investigations into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage 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.
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The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing the number of lives lost on our roads.
Data shows that serious crashes can be significantly reduced when drivers recognise and avoid the 'Fatal Five' behaviours: speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue and distraction.
Road safety is everyone's responsibility. Learn more about staying safe on Queensland roads: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/initiatives/fatal-five-staying-safe-roads
