Alligator Creek: Ute on wrong side of road collides with cars killing man in rural Queensland
A man has been killed after a ute driving on the wrong side of the road collided with his car in rural Queensland.
The forensic crash unit is investigating the fatal traffic crash at Alligator Creek and Tuesday.
At around 5pm emergency services were called to Hay Point Road, after reports of the three-vehicle crash.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.Initial information from police indicates that a black Holden utility was observed driving at speed and dangerously, travelling eastbound on Hay Point Road before losing control and travelling onto the incorrect side of the road, before colliding with a silver Kia sedan travelling westbound.
A third vehicle that was travelling behind the Silver Kia was struck by debris caused from the crash.
Upon arrival the driver of the silver Kia, a 58-year-old Ooralea man, was initially treated for serious injuries but was declared deceased at the scene.
The driver of the black Holden, a 35-year-old Hay Point man, sustained minor injuries and was transported to Mackay Base Hospital. He is currently assisting police with investigations.
Forensic crash unit investigations remain ongoing with investigators appealing to any witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam vision to come forward.
Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000.
