In a tragic incident this afternoon, a fatal traffic crash occurred in Cootharaba, Noosa, resulting in the death of a motorcyclist. The accident took place around 12:20 pm at the intersection of McKinnon Drive and Louis Bazzo Drive, according to Queensland Police Service reports.

The collision involved a white Mitsubishi Magna, driven by a 59-year-old woman from Cooroibah, and a white Triumph Tiger motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 76-year-old man from Glass House Mountains, succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The driver of the Mitsubishi was transported to Sunshine Coast University Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Queensland Police’s Forensic Crash Unit has launched an investigation into the incident. Authorities are seeking assistance from the public, urging any witnesses or individuals with dashcam footage of the crash to come forward.

The police have provided a reference number, QP2501000285, for those who can provide information. Reports can be made via Policelink or anonymously through Crime Stoppers.