The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a serious car and pedestrian incident at Mossman yesterday, August 29.
A Toyota Rav4 was travelling within Bill Reese Park near the rest area, which is accessed from Mossman Daintree Road, just after 8pm when the vehicle struck a 28-year-old male pedestrian.
The 27-year-old driver immediately pulled over and started performing CPR.
Emergency crews were called and the patient was transported in a critical condition to Mossman Hospital before being taken by helicopter to Cairns Hospital.
A crime scene was declared at the public rest area in the park.
Police investigations are ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or who has any information that could help police, is urged to come forward.
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.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
