A man has died following a traffic incident that occurred in Malmoe, west of Gayndah, early this morning, September 1.
Initial investigations indicate just after 12.30am, a pedestrian was travelling along the Burnett Highway, near Malmoe Road, when they were struck by a utility.
The pedestrian, a 53-year-old Eli Waters man, sustained critical injuries and died at the scene.
The utility driver, a 50-year-old Sunshine Acres man, was not physically injured and is assisting police with enquiries.
Police are appealing to witnesses or anyone with dashcam or CCTV from the area to come forward.
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.
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: QP2401501858
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
