A woman has died following a two-vehicle crash in the state’s south.
Emergency services were called to the Barton Highway, near Gunyan Road, Yass, following a two-vehicle crash about 6.10am (Thursday 13 October 2022).
The driver of a Kia – a woman aged 38, died at the scene.
The driver of a Toyota Hilux – a man aged 31 – was trapped before being freed by Fire and Rescue NSW. He was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedic before being airlifted to Canberra Hospital in a serious but stable condition.
Officers attached to The Hume Police District established a crime scene, which was examined by specialist forensic police.
The highway has since reopened to traffic.
An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash is underway.
Any witnesses – including motorists with dashcam vision – are urged to call Yass Police on (02) 6226 9399 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
