Serious traffic crash, Pacific Pines (Gold Coast)

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating after a motorbike rider was seriously injured in a single-vehicle traffic crash at Pacific Pines this afternoon, June 23.

Emergency services were called to the Pacific Bines Boulevard address just after 3.30pm following reports a Yamaha motorcycle had crashed into a fence.

Upon arrival, the rider, an 18-year-old Maudsland man, was located with life-threatening injuries.

He was transported to the Gold Coast University Hospital where he is undergoing surgery.

Witnesses or anyone with information is urged to contact police.

Investigations are continuing.

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.

Quote this reference number: QP2401065108

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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