Police Responding To Fatal Traffic Crash At Townsville 8 August

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating following a fatal traffic crash in Townsville this morning, 8 August.

Shortly after 11.30am, a Mazda 3 sedan was travelling on Hervey Range Road when the driver lost control and crossed onto the incorrect side of the roadway and collided with a Toyota Landcruiser utility and a Nissan Patrol station wagon.

The 30-year-old driver of the Mazda sustained critical injuries and was declared deceased at the scene.

The driver of the Toyota, a 55-year-old Vincent man, sustained minor injuries and was transported to hospital for assessment.

The driver of the Nissan, a 56-year-old Rangewood woman, and her passenger, a 59-year-old Rangewood man, did not sustain any physical injuries.

Investigators are appealing to anyone with relevant dashcam or CCTV footage to contact police.

Quote this reference number: QP2601536887

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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