A motorcyclist is fighting for life following a serious single-vehicle crash on Uhlmann Road, Burpengary East, on Sunday afternoon.
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Crash on Uhlmann Road
The rider, a man in his 40s, sustained life-threatening head and chest injuries when his black 2021 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 reportedly veered off the left side of Uhlmann Road. Queensland Ambulance Service paramedics treated him at the scene before transporting him to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.
Police asks for cooperation
The Queensland Police Service’s Forensic Crash Unit has launched an investigation and is appealing for public assistance, specifically requesting witnesses or motorists with dashcam footage of the motorcycle prior to the incident to come forward. This information could be crucial in determining the cause of the crash and preventing similar accidents.
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Road safety remains a significant concern, with speed and driver impairment being major factors in serious crashes across Queensland. Exceeding the speed limit by just 5 km/h in urban areas can double the risk of a casualty crash. Drivers who have been awake for 17 hours show similar impairment levels to those with a 0.05 blood alcohol concentration.
Visit this website to learn more about staying safe on the road.
Featured Image Photo credit: Queensland Ambulance Service
Published 14-November-2024
