The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating after a pedestrian was struck by a car at North Ipswich last night, 27 August.

Initial investigations indicate an 81-year-old woman was on Simmons Road at 10.35pm when a white Nissan X-Trail reversed into her, knocking her to the ground.

The woman sustained serious head injuries and was declared deceased at the scene.

The 84-year-old woman driving the X-Trail was not physically injured and is assisting police with their investigations.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam vision is asked to contact police.

Quote this reference number: QP2601677165

The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing the number of lives lost on our roads. However, enforcement alone cannot stop all dangerous driving behaviours.

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

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