A man has died in a two-vehicle crash in the state’s north.
About 5.45pm yesterday (Wednesday 18 September 2024) emergency services were called to Tamarind Drive, Ballina, following reports of a crash.
Officers attached to Richmond Police District attended the scene and found two vehicles – a silver Honda Accord sedan and a white Hyundai i30 – had collided.
Police removed the 62-year-old driver of the Hyundai from the vehicle before he was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics; but he was unable to be revived.
The 18-year-old driver of the Honda was also treated at the scene before being transported to Lismore Base Hospital for treatment.
Police established a crime scene and Crash Investigation Unit officers commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
A report will be prepared for the coroner.
As inquiries are ongoing, anyone with dashcam vision or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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