Police Rush to Serious Waterford West Crash

Police are investigating a serious traffic crash in Waterford West this afternoon, 16 July.

About 2.05pm, police and emergency services were called to the corner of Kingston Road and Allora Street to reports an 84-year-old Waterford West woman had been struck by a Toyota Hiace.

The Toyota driver, a 59-year-old Crestmead man was not physically injured and is assisting police.

The pedestrian, the 84-year-old woman was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital in a serious condition.

Investigations are ongoing.

Police are appealing to anyone with CCTV or dashcam vision to contact Policelink.

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

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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