Police Responding To Fatal Traffic Crash At Yatala 15 July

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating after a man died in a three-vehicle traffic crash on Computer Road in Yatala this afternoon, July 15.

Initial investigations indicate at approximately 2.07pm, a truck was travelling west along Computer Road when it struck a Holden Commodore which was pushed into a parked Ford Courier utility.

The driver of the Ford Courier, a 57-year-old Woodridge man, was standing near the driver's side of the vehicle at the time and was also struck.

He was rendered first aid; however, was later declared deceased at the scene.

The truck driver, a 46-year-old Murrarie man, is assisting police with enquires.

Witnesses or anyone with information is urged to contact police.

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 or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Quote this reference number: QP2401192489

The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing 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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