A man has passed away following a serious traffic crash in Forest Lake this morning, 26 December.

Around 11.55am, police were called to the Logan Motorway, following reports a blue Kia Cerato, stopped in the emergency bay, had been struck by a white Kia Cerato.

The driver and sole occupant of the blue Kia, a 78-year-old Wilsonton man, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver of the Kia, a 33-year-old Cleveland woman, was not physically injured and is assisting police with their investigation.

Police are appealing to anyone who has vision of the incident, or of either vehicle in the time leading up to the crash, to come forward.

Investigations are ongoing.

Earlier: Serious traffic crash appeal for witnesses, Forest Lake – Queensland Police News

Quote this reference number: QP2502367924

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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