Fatal traffic crash, Evans Landing (Weipa)

The Forensic Crash Unit are investigating following a single-vehicle crash at Weipa on Monday, June 3.

Around 10:45pm, a Toyota Landcruiser was travelling on Kerr Point Road at Evans Landing when it left the roadway and rolled.

The driver and sole occupant, a 44-year-old Rocky Point man, was taken in a critical condition to Townsville University Hospital where he passed away on June 5.

Police are appealing for any information, witnesses or dashcam that could assist their investigation.

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.

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The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing 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

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