A man has died following a traffic crash in Beerburrum today, 2 April.

Police and emergency services were called to Steve Irwin Way at Iona Road around 10.45am following reports a truck had hit a tree.

Upon arrival, crews freed the driver and a passenger who were stuck in the cab.

Emergency services performed first aid on the driver, a 24-year-old Bald Hills man, however he was declared deceased at the scene.

The passenger, a 21-year-old Silkstone man was flown to hospital in a stable condition.

Forensic Crash Unit investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing and anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam footage is urged to come forward.

Quote this reference number: QP2600645384

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.

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.

Every choice you make behind the wheel, matters. Driving under the influence, speeding, driving distracted or not wearing a seatbelt puts your life – and the lives of others – at serious risk. These dangerous behaviours will not be tolerated. Queenslanders can expect police – anywhere, anytime.

Safer roads start with you.

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