Tragedy Strikes Point Vernon

Police are currently investigating a tragic traffic incident that occurred early Friday morning in Point Vernon, resulting in the death of a local man. The event unfolded around 4:30 AM when a silver Hyundai IX35 hatchback collided with a 57-year-old pedestrian at the intersection of Banksia Street and Esplanade.

Emergency services rushed to the scene following reports of the accident. Unfortunately, the pedestrian sustained severe injuries and was pronounced dead at the location. In a disturbing twist, the driver involved in the incident did not stay to render assistance and fled the scene.

Authorities later located the Hyundai at a residence in Urraween around 5 AM. A 20-year-old man has been taken into custody and is currently assisting with the ongoing investigation. Police are urging anyone with information or relevant footage to come forward to help piece together the events that led to this fatal crash.

The Queensland Police Service is intensifying their efforts to gather evidence and is appealing to the public to report any suspicious activity. They encourage citizens to use the online platforms for reporting or to contact Crime Stoppers anonymously if they have any information that could be crucial to the case.

This incident has deeply affected the community of Point Vernon, and local authorities are committed to ensuring that justice is served. The investigation continues, and updates will be provided as more details become available.