The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a fatal traffic crash in Griffin this evening, July 18.
Around 5.10pm, emergency services responded to a crash between a Ducati Panigale motorbike and a Mitsubishi Triton at the intersection of Brays Road and Tesch Road.
The motorbike rider, a 51-year-old Griffin man, sustained critical injuries and was declared deceased at the scene.
The driver of the ute, a 45-year-old Griffin man, and his teenage passenger did not receive any significant injuries.
Police are appealing to witnesses or anyone with relevant vision to come forward.
Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the collision.
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.
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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
