Correction: A man in his eighties and a woman in her seventies were declared deceased at the scene.

Earlier: The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating following a fatal traffic crash in Atherton this morning, July 17.

Initial information indicates around 11.45am, a Toyota Landcrusier collided with a Subaru towing a caravan at the intersection of the Kennedy Highway and Malanda Atherton Road.

Emergency services attended however the occupants of the Landcruiser, a man and woman in their eighties, were declared deceased at the scene.

Investigations are ongoing, anyone with information or relevant vision is urged 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.

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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