The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a fatal traffic crash in Gregory yesterday afternoon.

Investigations indicate around 2.40pm, a motorcycle was travelling northwest on Nardoo Burketown Road near Leichardt falls, when the rider left the road and crashed.

The rider, a 60-year-old Townsville man, died at the scene.

Investigations are ongoing. 

Quote this reference number: QP2501768244

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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