A woman has sustained critical injuries following a traffic crash in Bayview Heights yesterday afternoon, 29 August.

Just after 5pm emergency services were called to a Glen Close address following reports a woman had been run over by a vehicle.

Initial investigations indicate the woman was trying to stop the car from rolling down the driveway when it ran over her.

There was no one driving the vehicle at the time.

The 75-year-old Bayview Heights woman was transported to Cairns Hospital in a critical condition.

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.

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: QP2501535760

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