Police responding to fatal traffic crash at Duaringa

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash on the Capricorn Highway, east of Duaringa yesterday, August 29.

Initial investigations indicate a Mazda-3 was travelling east on the highway just after 8pm when it crashed with a Toyota Hilux travelling the opposite direction (westbound).

The Mazda-3 has burst into flames as a result of the crash.

The male driver of the Mazda, and only occupant in the car, died at the scene.

The male driver of the Hilux, and the only occupant in the car, also died at the scene.

A cattle truck that was nearby at the time of the incident received minor damage and the driver was uninjured.

Officers are asking anyone who might have witnessed the crash, or who has any information that can help investigations, to contact police.

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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