A 55-year-old man has been killed after a car smashed into his home west of Brisbane on Christmas evening.

The car ploughed through the Millmerran property around 9.30pm on Sunday night, fatally wounding the man.

The driver, a 30-year-old man, is accused of fleeing the scene on foot.

He was caught at an address a short distance away and is now assisting police with their inquiries.

Detectives and the Forensic Crash Unit are investigating to uncover the circumstances of the 55-year-olds death.

If you have information for Police, please contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using their online form 24 hours per day.

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You can also report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24 hours per day. Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation.

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