The Forensic Crash Unit are investigating a fatal car and motorbike traffic crash at Cannon Hill this afternoon, 8 November.

Initial enquires indicate around 12:30pm, a Yamaha YZF-R3 motorbike and a Daihatsu hatchback crashed at the intersection of Wynnum Road and Molloy Road.

The rider of the Yamaha, a 27-year-old Cannon Hill man, was declared deceased at the scene.

The driver of the Daihatsu, a 68-year-old Morningside man, was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital for treatment.

The Forensic Crash Unit are investigating the circumstances of the incident and are appealing for anyone who may have relevant information or video footage 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 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: QP2502023246

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