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Pedestrian fighting for life after serious crash in Garbutt

January 13, 2026 11:38 am in by
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A pedestrian is in a critical condition after being struck by a vehicle in Garbutt overnight.

Emergency crews were called to the intersection of Lockheed and Meenan Streets just after 8.30pm Monday, responding to reports of a person hit by a car. Paramedics treated the patient at the scene before rushing them to Townsville University Hospital with a severe head injury.

They remains in a life‑threatening condition.

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Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

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