Emergency crews descended upon Mount Louisa this morning following a serious single-vehicle collision that has left a local man fighting for recovery in hospital.
The dramatic incident unfolded on Banfield Drive, prompting a swift response from Queensland Police Service and Queensland Ambulance Service personnel just after 9:30 am.
Early reports indicate the vehicle left the roadway under circumstances that remain under active investigation by forensic crash unit officers.
Emergency Response and Hospitalisation
Paramedics treated the male driver at the scene for what authorities described as significant injuries before transporting him to Townsville University Hospital. Medical staff have classified his condition as serious but stable.
"The male driver was transported to Townsville University Hospital with serious injuries," confirmed a Queensland Police spokesperson.
Road Closures and Traffic Impacts
The crash triggered significant traffic disruptions throughout the morning commute, with emergency vehicles blocking sections of Banfield Drive while they attended to the injured motorist and investigated the scene.
Motorists faced lengthy delays as diversions were established, with police urging commuters to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
Ongoing Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit has launched a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision. Police are appealing to any witnesses who may have seen the vehicle prior to the incident or have dashcam footage from the area around the time of the crash.
Banfield Drive has since reopened to traffic, but the investigation continues as authorities work to determine the exact cause of this alarming incident.
