Sons pay tribute to mother-of-eight killed in horror head-on smash

A Victorian mother of eight has lost her life in a devastating head-on collision in Logan, Queensland, while travelling to celebrate her grandson’s birthday. Roza Abebwa was a passenger in a vehicle that was struck by another car on Saturday night, turning a weekend of family milestones into a scene of profound tragedy.

Ms Abebwa had travelled from Victoria specifically to attend the celebration, highlighting the close-knit nature of a family now grappling with an unimaginable loss. Her sons have led public tributes, describing a devoted matriarch whose life was defined by her commitment to her children and her community.

“This incident serves as a harrowing reminder of how swiftly a moment of familial joy can be eclipsed by the harsh realities of road trauma, leaving an entire community to pick up the pieces of a fractured legacy.”

Queensland Police are continuing their investigations into the precise circumstances surrounding the crash. As the family prepares for a final farewell, the incident underscores the enduring impact of sudden loss and the fragility of safety on our suburban thoroughfares.