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Second man charged over hit and run

May 6, 2025 9:48 am in by
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Police have charged another man following an alleged fatal hit and run traffic crash in Bundaberg on April 29.

It will be alleged, about 7.50pm a black Hyundai IX35 and maroon Holden Calais were both travelling at speed along Takalvan Street through Millbank when the Hyundai struck a cyclist.

Both vehicles allegedly fled the scene.

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The cyclist, a 34-year-old Bundaberg Central man, died at the scene.

Following investigations, police arrested and charged a 22-year-old Avoca man on May 5.

The 22-year-old man was charged with one count each of dangerous operation of a vehicle causing death, dangerous operation of a vehicle, evasion offence, breach of bail and two counts of learning to drive must be properly supervised-motor vehicle.

His police bail was refused, and he is due before Bundaberg Magistrates Court, Tuesday, May 6.

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