Man killed as ute overturns near Mount Isa

Emergency crews arrived on scene at the Barkley Highway, north of Mount Isa, just after 2.30 this morning. Early investigations show a ute overturned, injuring its two occupants. A 29-year-old man was given first aid but died at the scene. The 23-year-old driver of the car was flown to Mount Isa Hospital with significant head and neck injuries.

The highway was closed for several hours, with police warning motorists to delay any travel between Camooweal and Mount Isa.Anyone…



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