MOUNTAIN CREEK, QLD — A devastating tragedy has struck the Sunshine Coast community after a young boy lost his life in a collision between two e-bikes on a popular bike path near the Kawana Way and Sunshine Motorway interchange in Mountain Creek on Wednesday afternoon.
According to Queensland Police, the fatal crash occurred at approximately 3:36 p.m., when two e-bikes collided while traveling along the busy bike path that runs adjacent to Kawana Way — a route frequently used by children, cyclists, and pedestrians. Emergency services rushed to the scene within minutes, but despite desperate efforts by paramedics, the young boy succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities have not yet released the boy’s name, as family members are being notified. The second rider, whose age has not been disclosed, sustained injuries and was transported to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital for treatment. Police have described the incident as an “unimaginable tragedy” and are now working to determine exactly how the collision occurred.
The Queensland Police Forensic Crash Unit has launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. Officers remained at the scene for several hours, collecting evidence, examining the e-bikes, and taking statements from witnesses. Investigators are appealing to anyone who may have been in the area or who has dashcam, CCTV, or mobile phone footage from around the time of the incident to come forward and assist with the inquiry.
The accident has left the Mountain Creek and broader Sunshine Coast communities in shock. The area where the crash occurred is a popular recreational corridor for families and young people, and news of a child’s death there has deeply affected residents. Many locals have expressed their heartbreak and condolences online, sharing messages of sympathy for the boy’s family and calling for improved safety measures along shared pathways.
Authorities have reiterated the importance of e-bike safety, particularly among young riders, reminding the public that e-bikes can reach high speeds and must be operated responsibly, especially in shared zones.
As investigators continue to piece together the events leading up to the crash, the community mourns the loss of a young life taken far too soon. Grief counselors are expected to be made available at local schools to support students affected by the tragedy.
Police are urging anyone with information or footage related to the collision to contact Policelink or Crime Stoppers.
This heartbreaking incident serves as a somber reminder of the importance of vigilance, safety, and care on shared paths — and of the fragility of life, especially when it comes to the youngest members of our communities.
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