A six-year-old boy has died after suffering critical injuries in a serious two-vehicle crash at Gleneagle in Queensland's Scenic Rim region. The child had been receiving treatment in hospital following the collision but sadly passed away several days later.
The crash occurred at the intersection of Gould Hill Road and the Mount Lindesay Highway, where emergency services responded to reports of a collision involving two vehicles. The young boy was travelling in one of the vehicles and sustained life-threatening injuries. He was airlifted to hospital for urgent medical care.
Several other people involved in the crash were also treated for injuries and transported to hospital. Authorities confirmed that while others suffered non-life-threatening injuries, the young boy's condition remained critical until his passing.
Queensland Police's Forensic Crash Unit has continued its investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision. Officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage from the area at the time of the incident to assist with inquiries.
The tragic loss has deeply affected the local community, with many expressing condolences and support for the boy's family. The incident serves as another reminder of the importance of road safety and ongoing efforts to reduce serious crashes across Queensland.
Police have not released further details while investigations remain ongoing.
