Police have charged two more people in relation to a fatal collision in Runcorn on 28 June that left a 72‑year‑old woman with critical injuries. The incident has prompted renewed attention on road safety and community concerns in the Brisbane south‑east suburb.
What happened
Detectives from the Upper Mt Gravatt Criminal Investigation Branch say the woman was struck by a blue Toyota Hilux on Beenleigh Road just before 7.30pm on Sunday 28 June. She was taken to the Princess Alexandra Hospital with critical injuries and later died.
Investigators allege the driver of the Hilux, a 30‑year‑old man from Kingston, fled the scene. The vehicle believed to have been involved was located a short time later, burned out on Avalon Road, Sheldon.
Charges and court dates
Police say initial charges were laid on 3 July and further charges followed as enquiries continued.
- A 30‑year‑old Kingston man was charged with: dangerous operation of a vehicle causing death, leaving the scene without obtaining help, damaging evidence with intent and driving while disqualified (by court order).
- A 45‑year‑old Rochedale South man was charged with accessory after the fact. He is due to appear at Brisbane Magistrates Court on 2 September.
- A 28‑year‑old Jimboomba man was charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice and is due at Brisbane Magistrates Court on 7 September.
"Detectives from the Upper Mt Gravatt Criminal Investigation Branch have charged two more people following a fatal traffic crash on Sunday 28 June."
Local impact and ongoing enquiries
The case remains under investigation. Police enquiries have moved quickly to identify those allegedly involved and to piece together the chain of events leading to the woman's death. Locals on Beenleigh Road and surrounding streets have been affected by the high profile of the investigation and the sight of the burnt vehicle in Sheldon.
Burnt‑out vehicles and incidents of alleged fleeing after collisions spark particular alarm in suburban communities because they raise questions about public safety, deterrence and support for victims and witnesses. The charges of attempting to pervert the course of justice and accessory after the fact indicate police are examining not just the crash itself but actions taken afterwards that may have interfered with the investigation.
Timeline at a glance
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 28 June | About 7.30pm – pedestrian struck on Beenleigh Road, Runcorn; woman taken to Princess Alexandra Hospital |
| Shortly after | Alleged vehicle located burnt out on Avalon Road, Sheldon |
| 3 July | 30‑year‑old Kingston man initially charged |
| 13 Aug | Additional charges laid against two further men; court dates set for September |
The investigation and the court process will determine what role, if any, each person played in the crash and subsequent events. Charges laid by police are allegations; defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
What residents should know
Police are likely to continue appealing for witnesses and dashcam or CCTV footage from the area around Beenleigh Road on the evening of 28 June. Anyone with information who has not yet spoken to investigators is urged to contact the Queensland Police Service.
For the Runcorn community, the case will be a reminder of the human consequences of road incidents and the importance of cooperation with law enforcement to achieve clarity and accountability.
Further updates will follow as charges progress through the Brisbane Magistrates Court in September and as police release additional information.
