Fatal traffic crash in Coopers Plains, QLD

Police are investigating following a fatal single-vehicle traffic crash in Coopers Plains this morning, September 19.

Initial information indicates a car struck a pedestrian at the intersection of Kessels and Riawena Road around 4.50am.

The driver and sole occupant, a 19-year-old man, was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The pedestrian, a woman, sustained critical injuries and was declared deceased at the scene.

The intersection is expected to remain closed for several hours while emergency services attend to the scene.

Diversions are in place and motorists are advised to avoid the area or expect delays.

Anyone with dashcam or CCTV from the area around the time of the crash is asked to contact police.

Forensic Crash Unit investigations are continuing.

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.

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

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