A fatal traffic accident occurred on December 31, 2025, in Kentville, Lockyer Valley, claiming the life of a 40-year-old man from Lockyer Waters. Queensland Police Service’s Forensic Crash Unit is actively investigating the single-vehicle incident, which involved a Suzuki Swift striking a pole along Kentville Road around 9:45 AM.

The driver, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, was critically injured and airlifted to Princess Alexandra Hospital. Despite immediate medical attention, the individual succumbed to their injuries. Authorities are now urging anyone with information, CCTV, or dashcam footage that could aid in the investigation to come forward.

The Forensic Crash Unit emphasizes the importance of road safety and adherence to driving regulations to prevent such tragic occurrences. The Queensland Police Service highlights the ‘Fatal Five’—speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue, and distraction—as primary behaviors to avoid while driving. The ongoing investigation aims not only to determine the specifics of this incident but also to reinforce the message of road safety across the community.