Four people have died following a fatal traffic crash in the Central Highlands this morning.
Around 10.50am police and emergency services were called to Capricorn Highway, between Comet and Blackwater, following reports of a two-vehicle crash.
Four people died at the scene and two people were transported to Emerald Hospital with serious injuries.
The Capricorn Highway is closed in both directions and is expected to remain closed for some time.
Due to the complexity of the incident, there is no further information available at this time.
Investigations are continuing.