The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating following a serious two-vehicle traffic crash in Booyal this morning, November 17.
It will be alleged, at approximately 11.10am, a Ford Ranger was travelling north on the Bruce Highway, near Booyal Dallarnil Road, when it struck a motorbike.
The motorbike rider, a 68-year-old Moranbah man, sustained critical injuries and was declared deceased at the scene.
The driver of the Ford Ranger, a 69-year-old New South Wales man, has been arrested and charged with dangerous operation of a vehicle causing death and leaving the scene without obtaining help.
He remains in custody and will appear in the Bundaberg Magistrates Court on Monday, November 18.
Anyone who may have witnessed the crash, or who have relevant dashcam vision, is urged to come contact police.
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: QP2401974803
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
