Tragedy Strikes Glasshouse Mountains

In a tragic turn of events early on the morning of October 15, a pedestrian was fatally struck by a truck in the Glasshouse Mountains area, as confirmed by the Queensland Police Service. The incident occurred on Steve Irwin Way, a stretch between Bowen Road and Reed Street.

The victim, a man in his 60s, succumbed to his injuries at the scene. Conversely, the truck driver, aged 63, did not sustain any injuries. The Forensic Crash Unit has since initiated a thorough investigation into the specifics of the fatal incident, seeking to understand the sequence of events leading to the tragedy.

Authorities are currently appealing to the public for witnesses or anyone with relevant information or footage of the incident to come forward. The Queensland Police have provided various contact avenues, including Policelink and Crime Stoppers, to facilitate the sharing of information, which can be done anonymously. The investigation remains ongoing as officers piece together the details of this unfortunate event.