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Forensic Crash Unit investigating after 19yo motorcyclist killed in crash

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Police are investigating a fatal motorbike crash at Yandina this morning.

Initial investigations indicate about 12.16am, the rider of a Honda CBR 600 motorbike, travelling south, crashed on the Bruce Highway, 3km south of the Yandina exit.

The 19-year-old male motorbike rider died at the scene.

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the circumstances of the incident and are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the crash, or may have relevant dashcam footage, to come forward.

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 or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Quote this reference number: QP2400622689.

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