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The Margate community is in mourning following the death of a 17-year-old girl in an alleged hit-and-run incident on Margate Parade late Monday night.
A 58-year-old Scarborough man has been charged over the incident, which occurred shortly before 11:30pm on November 17. The teenage victim, known only as Olivia according to a statement released by her family, was just weeks away from her 18th birthday.
Police officers discovered the Boondall teenager with critical injuries and attempted to revive her, but she was pronounced dead at the scene.
The accused has been charged with dangerous operation of a vehicle causing death and failing to remain at the scene to obtain help. He was denied police bail and appeared before Redcliffe Magistrates Court on November 19.
In a statement, Olivia’s family described her as someone who cared deeply for those around her. The family expressed their profound grief at losing a cherished daughter and sister, and have asked for privacy during this difficult time.
Moreton District Police Acting Chief Superintendent Tom Armitt confirmed that investigators are working to establish whether Olivia was with friends or alone at the time of the incident. Authorities are pursuing multiple leads and examining whether security camera footage might assist their investigation.
Police have urged anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam footage from the vicinity of Mabel Street and Margate Parade to come forward.
Local resident Kimberley Cullen was among the first people to respond to the scene after hearing tyres screeching. She immediately contacted emergency services upon discovering the injured teenager.
Flowers have begun appearing at the site where the tragedy unfolded. Nearby resident Shadai Wesley was one of several community members who visited the location to pay their respects, expressing how deeply the incident had affected locals, particularly those with teenage siblings or children of their own.
The investigation remains ongoing, with police continuing their appeal for information from the public.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Policelink or Crime Stoppers.
Published 18-November-2025
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