A man has died following a two-vehicle traffic crash in Torquay this afternoon, 21 February.
Around 12,50pm, police and emergency services were called to the intersection of Bideford Road and Exeter Street following reports of a crash involving a black BMW motorcycle and a grey Isuzu D-Max.
The rider of the BMW, a 40-year-old Torquay man, was declared deceased at the scene.
The driver of the Isuzu, a 58-year-old Point Vernon woman, was not physically injured.
The Forensic Crash Unit are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage, particularly anyone with relevant vision of the motorbike prior to the crash, 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.
