One dead as serious crash closes Bruce Highway
A PERSON has died and the Bruce Highway has been closed in both directions following a serious accident north of Townsville.
The crash involving a truck and a car occurred at Bluewater, north of the city, and authorities say motorists should expect delays or seek an alternative route.
Traffic alert: Bruce Hwy is closed at Bluewater (Townsville) due to a traffic crash. Delay travel, if possible. Expect delays. #qldtraffic pic.twitter.com/euRdeRzq46
— Queensland Police (@QldPolice) January 14, 2020
Queensland Fire and Emergency Service reports one person has died after paramedics were called to the scene at around 4:40am where they treated "at least" two people.
The truck driver is stable with minor injuries, while another person is in a critical condition.
The forensic crash unit will investigate.
