Fatal Traffic Incident Prompts Queensland Police Response on Sunshine Coast

A 72-year-old man has died following a fatal traffic incident that occurred in Chevallum this afternoon, December 19.

Initial investigations indicate at approximately 3.30pm, the man was crossing the Bruce Highway when he was struck by a vehicle in the northbound lanes.

The 72-year-old Little Mountain man sustained critical injuries and died at the scene.

The driver of the vehicle, a 93-year-old man, was not physically injured and is assisting police with inquiries.

Any witnesses or anyone with dashcam vision is urged to contact police.

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.

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.

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

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