A man has died, and another critically injured following a traffic crash in the Pioneer Valley near Mackay overnight, 1 April.

Police were called to Marian Eton Road around 11.30pm to reports a Toyota Landcruiser had left the road and rolled before hitting a power pole.

The driver, a 24-year-old man from Marian, sustained life-threatening injuries and died at scene.

The passenger, a 44-year-old Eton man, was taken to hospital with life threatening injuries.

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

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.

Quote this reference number: QP2600642558

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