Appeal for witnesses to fatal traffic crash at Rothwell, QLD

Forensic Crash Unit investigators are appealing for public assistance after a motorcycle crash claimed the life of a man at Rothwell overnight.

Preliminary inquiries indicate around 8.20pm a Honda motorcycle collided with a Toyota Corolla sedan at the intersection of Coman Street and Deception Bay Road.

The rider, a 23-year-old man was transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, however was pronounced deceased shortly after midnight as a result of injuries sustain in the crash.

The car’s driver, a 25-year-old woman, was not physically injured.

Investigators would like to speak with any members of the public who may have witnessed the crash or has dash-cam footage of the incident to contact police.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.

You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

Quote this reference number: QP1900034668

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