Fatal pedestrian incident in Varsity Lakes, QLD

A 74-year-old man has died following a car and pedestrian incident in Varsity Lakes this morning.

At 8.45am, the man was crossing the two lanes of Christine Avenue when he was struck by a vehicle travelling west.

The Palm Beach man was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The 80-year-old male driver of the vehicle was not physically injured during the incident.

The Forensic Crash Unit is appealing for any witnesses to come forward. In particular, anyone with dash cam footage of Christine Avenue, between Bridgewater Drive and Regensberg Close is asked to make contact.

Investigations are ongoing.

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.

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