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In a tragic incident in a remote Aboriginal community in Queensland, authorities have arrested a man following a devastating car crash that claimed the lives of a 10-year-old girl and a woman.
The accident occurred on Doomadgee Road in the community of Doomadgee, about 400 kilometers north of Mount Isa. The car, carrying five occupants, crashed around 6:30 a.m. local time.
Upon arrival, emergency services encountered a harrowing scene, with all passengers sustaining serious injuries.
The 30-year-old driver, hailing from Cloncurry, received immediate first aid but tragically succumbed to her injuries at the crash site.
The four passengers were rapidly transported to Doomadgee Hospital. Sadly, a 10-year-old girl did not survive her injuries.
Among the survivors, one individual is in critical condition, while the other two are being treated for injuries that are not life-threatening.
Of the remaining three, one is fighting for their life while two are being treated for non-life-threatening injuries. 
Police have arrested a 28-year-old man known to the deceased.
9news.com.au understands he was in another vehicle at the time.
A crime scene has been declared as investigations continue.
Queensland Police are supporting the Doomadgee community and local officers.
They have advised the community that there is no ongoing threat.
For 24/7 crisis support run by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, contact 13YARN (13 92 76).
