Fatal traffic crash, Mackay
One person has died and another is in serious condition following a traffic crash at Mackay West this afternoon.
Initial investigations indicate around 5.40pm a motorcycle and a car have collided at the intersection of Bridge Road and Goldsmith Street.
The male rider of the motorcycle has died at the scene.
The male driver of the car had to be cut from the vehicle and has sustained serious injuries. Two other occupants, both also male, are believed to have sustained minor injuries. All three have been taken to the Mackay Base Hospital.
The intersection remains closed whilst the Forensic Crash Unit conducts their examination of the scene.
Investigations into the cause of the crash are continuing.
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