Police responding to traffic crash at Palm Cove

A man is in a critical condition following a single vehicle crash at Palm Cove, in Cairns, last night (July 30).

Initial investigations indicate at approximately 9.45pm on Coral Coast Drive, a vehicle has left the roadway and crashed into a tree.

The male driver and sole occupant of the vehicle was transported to Cairns Hospital in a critical condition, before being flown to Townsville University Hospital.

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the crash.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant footage in the area at the time is asked to contact police.

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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