Police in Brooloo, Queensland, have charged a 61-year-old man with two counts of manslaughter following a tragic incident on May 26. The authorities responded to a report of a Suzuki Kizashi crashing into a tree at the intersection of Callemonda Road and Mary Valley Road, resulting in the deaths of an 83-year-old man and an 85-year-old woman.

The driver, who sustained serious injuries in the crash, is currently under guard at Sunshine Coast University Hospital. He is scheduled to appear in Gympie Magistrates Court for a bedside hearing. Investigators are urging anyone with information or dashcam footage related to the incident to come forward.

The Queensland Police Service continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash and is appealing to the public for assistance. The case remains ongoing as authorities work to gather more details.

Those with relevant information can contact Policelink or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers. The Queensland Police Service has provided various avenues for individuals to provide information, ensuring the community’s involvement in maintaining public safety and seeking justice for the victims of the tragic event.