Fatal traffic incident, Mount Isa
Police are investigating a traffic incident in which an 86-year-old man has died in Mount Isa today.
Initial information suggests around 11.15am a road train was travelling east on Marian Street when a male pedestrian entered the roadway from the footpath and made contact with the side of the vehicle.
The man was transported to Mount Isa Base Hospital in a critical condition but was pronounced deceased this afternoon.
The 56-year-old male driver of the truck was uninjured and is cooperating with police inquiries.
Mount Isa Forensic Crash Unit is continuing to investigate the incident and is appealing for any witnesses of the incident to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
