Fatal crash near Gunning

Saturday, 14 December 2024 02:16:58 AM

A man has died in a two-vehicle crash in the state’s south.

About 11.15pm on Friday (13 December 2024) emergency services were called to the Hume Highway, Cullerin, about 5km east of Gunning, following reports of a crash.

Officers attached to The Hume Police District attended and found two trucks had collided.

The driver of one of the trucks, a man believed to be aged in his 40s, died at the scene.

He is yet to be formally identified.

The driver of the second truck – a 25-year-old man – was uninjured.

He was taken to Goulburn Hospital for mandatory testing.

Police established a crime scene and commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

A report will be prepared for the coroner.

The Hume Highway is closed eastbound between Gunning and Cullerin, with diversions in place. It is expected to remain closed for a number of hours.

Westbound lanes of the highway are unaffected.

Motorists are advised to check Live Traffic NSW for updates.

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