The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating following a fatal two-vehicle traffic crash in Mount Pleasant this morning, 15 November.

Shortly after 1am, a Mitsubishi Lancer sedan was travelling southbound on Bruce Highway when it collided with a semi-trailer turning onto Sams Road.

As a result of the crash an 18-year-old Mount Pleasant man sustained critical injuries and was declared deceased at the scene.

An 18-year-old Blacks Beach man was transported to Mackay Base Hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Both injured parties were from the Mitsubishi Lancer.

The truck driver was not injured.

Police are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the crash, or who have relevant dashcam vision, to come forward.

The investigation is 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.

Quote this reference number: QP2502044976

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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