Authorities are urging residents to drive safely as Logan records six road fatalities in the first five months of 2025.
Over the last five years, more than 80 people have died on local roads.
The most lives lost in a single year during this time was 18 back in 2022, according to data from Transport and Main Roads.
There were 14 deaths in 2023 and 13 deaths in 2024.
Between 2020 and 2025, there were an average 5.6 road fatalities by the end of May.
Across the state, the numbers are even worse. There have been more than 100 lives lost on Queensland roads so far this year.
There were 27 deaths in April alone – the deadliest month so far.
Senior Constable Chloe Holmes, a Forensic Crash Investigator with Queensland police, has responded to fatal crashes across Queensland. She says the impact of those scenes stays with her long after the sirens stop.
“When we arrive at the scene of a fatal crash, it is not just debris we see – it is lives torn apart,” Ms Holmes said.
“The ripple effect of one poor decision – whether its speeding, distraction, or not wearing a seatbelt – can destroy multiple families in an instant.”
QPS road policing acting assistant commissioner Shane Holmes said officers were deeply concerned that despite ongoing efforts, those most vulnerable and high risk-road users were continuing to lose their lives on local roads.
“Despite increasing patrols, operations and public awareness campaigns, we are still seeing far too many Queenslanders taking unnecessary risks on our roads,” he said.
“Some road users are displaying a complete disregard for their own safety and the safety of others.
“These 100 lives lost aren’t just statistics – this number represents real people. Mothers, fathers, sons, daughters and friends, whose lives have been cut short.”
Tony Armstrong from the Queensland Ambulance Service this year’s toll was a devastating reminder for road users to make safe choices.
“Every life lost on our roads is a tragedy, and it’s up to all of us to make the right decisions so we all get home safely,” Assistant Commissioner Armstrong said.
“Road fatalities not only impact you – but your loved ones, your community, and the emergency services who are dedicated to assist you.
“Slow down, driver sober, put your phone away – it’s these simple decisions that can save a life, maybe even your own.”
Acting Assistant Commissioner Holmes emphasised that enforcement alone was not enough.
Road safety is a shared responsibility – every driver, rider, passenger and pedestrian has a role to play,” he said.
“Everyone deserves to feel safe on Queensland roads and everyone deserves to make it home safely.”
