Forensic Crash Unit investigations are continuing following a fatal traffic crash resulting in the deaths of four people including two children in the Central Highlands earlier today.
Around 10.50am police and emergency services responded to a two-vehicle traffic crash on the Capricorn Highway, between Comet and Blackwater.
Initial investigations indicate a Holden Commodore travelling towards Blackwater with four occupants struck a Toyota Hilux utility containing two occupants travelling in the opposite direction.
The driver, a 28-year-old man, 6-year-old boy, 7-year-old girl and 32-year-old man died as a result of the crash.
The ute's occupants, a 28-year-old man has been taken to hospital in a serious but stable condition, and a 27-year-old man has been flown to Brisbane for treatment to life threatening injuries.
The Capricorn Highway remains closed in both directions and is expected to remain closed into the evening.
Investigations are continuing.
The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing the 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
