A tragic car accident on Sunday, 11 August, which initially resulted in the deaths of two Filipino women and an unborn child, has claimed another life.
The incident, involving two vehicles, has now also claimed the life of a man from Mermaid Beach. He was transported to Townsville University Hospital following the crash but succumbed to his injuries on Friday afternoon.
According to a Queensland Police Service (QPS) report, the collision occurred at approximately 1:06pm in Mount Marlow. A Nissan Navara, travelling towards Cannonvale, collided with a Toyota Landcruiser moving in the opposite direction, the report stated.
This latest fatality brings the total number of traffic-related deaths in the Mackay Whitsunday district for 2024 to 15. Police continue to urge drivers to exercise caution on the roads.
In response to the tragedy, the Filipino-Australian community has rallied together, creating a GoFundMe page to support the affected Filipino family. The page had raised more than $20,000 in its first three days, demonstrating the strong sense of community and support within the Whitsundays.
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