In a severe traffic accident this morning, a 17-year-old boy from Meringandan was critically injured in a collision involving a car and a truck on the New England Highway at Cabarlah. The incident occurred around 6:30 AM at the intersection with Evans Road East, prompting an immediate response from police and emergency services. The young driver, who was the sole occupant of the car, was airlifted to the PA Hospital in Brisbane, where he remains in critical condition. The truck driver, a 39-year-old man from Crows Nest, escaped the crash without physical injuries. Authorities are appealing to the public for assistance. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has footage of the crash or the moments leading up to it is urged to contact the police. Queensland Police have provided a reference number, QP2500970657, for those who wish to report information. The public can offer tips by contacting Policelink or reporting anonymously through Crime Stoppers. Post navigation Queensland Officers and Canines Honored Queensland Police Honored for Bravery