The Forensic Crash Unit are investigating a fatal single vehicle crash at Zillmere early this morning, 21 August.

Initial information indicates around 1:25am, a black Volkswagen Golf was travelling along Merrett Avenue near Norbiton Street, before colliding with a tree.

The driver of the vehicle, a 40-year-old Zillmere man, was initially transported from the scene, but was later declared deceased.

The other occupants of the vehicle, a 42-year-old woman, a 38-year-old woman, and a 14-year-old girl, all from Zillmere, were transported to hospital with serious injuries.

Investigators are appealing to witnesses or anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam vision to come forward.

Forensic Crash Unit investigations into the circumstances of the crash 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 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

Quote this reference number: QP2501476847

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