A serious head-on collision between two vehicles at Ellis Beach, north of Cairns, has left seven people injured and caused major traffic delays on the Captain Cook Highway.
Emergency Response
Emergency services rushed to the scene just before 4:30 PM on Tuesday following reports of a two-car crash. Paramedics treated seven patients at the scene, with varying degrees of injuries. Several individuals were transported to Cairns Hospital for further medical assessment and treatment.
Traffic Disruptions
The collision resulted in the closure of one lane of the Captain Cook Highway, leading to significant traffic congestion in the area. Motorists were advised to avoid the route and seek alternative paths while crews worked to clear the wreckage and investigate the cause of the accident.
Police have urged anyone with dashcam footage or information about the incident to come forward as investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
