The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a fatal two-vehicle traffic crash at Samford Valley about 5.30pm today, 12 January.

Initial investigations indicate the motorbike collided with a Toyota Hiace van on Mount O’Reilly Road at the intersection with Castlewood Court.

The rider of the motorbike, a 49-year-old man, sustained critical injuries and was declared deceased at the scene.

Anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam vision of the area around the time of the crash is urged to contact police.

Quote this reference number: QP2600074636

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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