UPDATE: A devastating car crash in Mackay, Queensland, has claimed the lives of three teenagers late on Saturday night. The tragic incident occurred around 10:30 PM on the Mackay Ring Road in the suburb of Glenella when their sedan collided head-on with another vehicle.
Emergency services rushed to the scene, but unfortunately, a girl and two teenage boys were pronounced dead at the site of the accident. A spokesperson for the police expressed the profound sorrow felt by the community, stating, “Absolutely devastated. A phone call I didn’t want to get. My heart aches for you my cousin,” echoed a grieving relative online.
The collision involved three vehicles in total, and while one man sustained minor leg injuries and was taken to the hospital, the focus remains on the tragic loss of young lives. Authorities are urging anyone with information or dashcam footage from the area to come forward as they investigate the circumstances surrounding this heart-wrenching crash.
The road safety crisis in Queensland continues as latest data shows at least 151 people have died on the state’s roads this year alone. This latest incident underscores the urgent need for increased awareness and safety measures on the roads.
As investigations proceed, the community mourns the profound loss, and officials emphasize the importance of sharing any relevant information to aid in the inquiry. Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
