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12-Year-Old Girl Fatally Struck in E-Scooter Collision in Laidley

Police are investigating the crash and appealing for public assistance to understand the circumstances of the tragedy.

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Overview

  • A 12-year-old girl from Laidley died after her e-scooter veered into the path of a grey Holden Barina on Vaux Street at around 3 PM on April 19, 2025.
  • The girl was declared dead at the scene, while the car's driver and passenger were confirmed to be uninjured.
  • Queensland Police and the Forensic Crash Investigation Unit have launched an inquiry and established a crime scene to determine the cause of the incident.
  • Authorities are urging anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage of the crash to come forward as part of the ongoing investigation.
  • The accident highlights growing concerns about e-scooter safety, particularly in rural communities like Laidley, located 70 km west of Brisbane.