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Emergency services were called to a shopping centre car park off Ocean Street shortly after 7.30pm following reports a vehicle had gone into the water.

Initial investigations indicate a white Mitsubishi Triton travelled into the water and became submerged.

Queensland Ambulance Service crews assessed the man in a life-threatening condition, but he was later declared deceased at the scene.

Police said investigations remain ongoing and are seeking information from anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has relevant footage.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at police.qld.gov.au/reporting. Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at crimestoppersqld.com.au. Quote this reference number: QP2601090163

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