Tragedy Strikes Queensland Community as Father and Son Killed in Car Crash
Braiden Ashley Timmins, 33, and his four-year-old son Hendrix-hemi Te Rongomau King, from Crestmead, died at the scene after a white LDV dual cab ute veered off Green Road in Regents Park and collided with the two pedestrians.
Background
The incident occurred around 11:15 am yesterday, with emergency services responding to the fatal crash.
It is understood that the father and son were on their way to get ice cream from a nearby service station when the tragedy unfolded.
Community Response
Family, friends, and members of the community have been left devastated by the loss, with many leaving tributes at the scene of the crash.
Local councillor Jacob Heremaia has expressed his condolences, pledging to investigate pedestrian safety on the road.
Legal Proceedings
The alleged driver, 41-year-old Trevor Galbraith from Regents Park, has been charged with two counts of manslaughter.
He faced Beenleigh Magistrates Court this morning, making no application for bail, and was remanded in custody until his next court appearance on October 29.
The investigation is ongoing.