Police are responding to serious crash in Cairns, QLD

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a serious car and pedestrian incident in Cairns North on August 31.

Initial investigations indicate a 16-year-old girl was crossing the road when she was hit by a Ford Mondeo on Sheridan Street, Cairns North around 3.20pm.

The girl was taken to Cairns hospital in a serious condition before being flown to Townsville Hospital for significant head injuries.

The 29-year-old driver of the vehicle was uninjured.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has any dashcam of the incident is urged to come forward.

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.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

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