Fatal motorcycle crash, Sunshine Coast

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a single vehicle motorbike crash that occurred in Peregian Springs overnight.

Initial investigations indicate about 9.40pm, a motorbike was travelling north along Sunshine Coast Motorway when it left the road and struck a light pole near the Peregian Springs Drive, Emu Mountain Road roundabout.

The rider, a 34-year-old Wurtulla man, died at the scene.

Witnesses or anyone with further information or dashcam vision are urged to contact police.

Investigations are continuing.

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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