Police have charged a man following extensive investigations into a serious traffic crash in Toowoomba on 24 January 2021.
It is alleged the incident occurred around 2am on Baker Street at Darling Heights when the Toyota Landcruiser collided with a Toyota Camry sedan.
Following the crash the driver of the Camry, a 38-year-old Rangeville man, attempted to exit his vehicle but was dragged along the road when the Landcruiser allegedly attempted to leave the scene with the Camry attached due to the damage caused in the crash.
The victim sustained serious injuries and was transported to hospital.
On 8 April 2026, police seized the Toyota Landcruiser alleged to have been involved in a traffic crash.
Officers located the vehicle thanks to information provided by a member of public and launched Operation Xray Divergence to investigate the historic incident.
Yesterday, 7 May 2026, police charged a 26-year-old Toowoomba City man with one count of dangerous operation of a vehicle causing grievous bodily harm and left scene of incident without obtaining help.
His police bail was denied, and he is expected to appear before Toowoomba Magistrates Court today, 8 May.
Detective Inspector Renée Garske thanks the members of the public who came forward with information and media who broadened the appeal for information throughout the investigation.
"This investigation is a reminder to any offender or would be offender that police will not rest until a case has been solved."
"We are committed to finding justice for our victims and will be relentless in our pursuit for that outcome."
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