The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash in Springbrook this morning, 29 November.

Initial investigations indicate that at around 10.30am, a grey Mitsubishi Triton was travelling along Gold Coast Springbrook Road when it left the roadway and went down an embankment.

The driver, a 61-year-old man from Mudgeeraba, was declared deceased at the scene.

Investigators are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage to contact police.

The investigation remains ongoing.

FCU Forest - Fatal Traffic Crash, Springbrook

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: QP2502167808

Read More