Update public appeal: fatal traffic crash at Gladstone

Police are appealing for public assistance as part of the investigation into a serious traffic crash at Targinnie (Gladstone) this afternoon November 12.

At around 5:44pm emergency services were notified of a serious traffic crash on Targinnie Road near the intersection of Wilson Road , Targinnie where four people have been injured.

The white Hyundai station wagon was travelling north along Targinnie Road when it lost control.

An 8-year-old child, who was a passenger in the car, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Police are also appealing for witnesses and anyone who may have dash-camera footage along Targinnie and Wilson Road prior to the crash, to come forward.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.

You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

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