Bargara man dies from critical injuries following crash in Kepnock

A 21-year-old man has died following a collision between his motorcycle and a ute on a suburban street in the Bundaberg region.

A Bargara man has died following a crash involving a motorcycle and utility vehicle in the Bundaberg suburb of Kepnock on Thursday, October 12.

A Queensland Police Service spokesperson said the motorcyclist, a 21-year-old Bargara man, died soon after being transported to Bundaberg Hospital.

The driver and sole occupant of the car, a 43-year-old Kepnock man, was not physically injured and is assisting police with their inquiries.

Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with dashcam or CCTV from the area around the time of the incident to come forward.

A Queensland Ambulance Service spokeswoman said units were called to the scene following reports of the crash around 4.31pm.

The motorcyclist was transported to Bundaberg Hospital in a critical condition.

A Queensland Police Service spokesman said diversions were in place and motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible.

A Queensland Fire and Emergency Service spokesman said two crews were called to the scene, but their assistance was not required.