Driver dies following crash near Griffith
Friday, 04 April 2025 12:51:32 PM
A person has died following a truck and car crash in the state’s south.
About 6.15am today ( Friday 4 April 2025), a sedan was travelling north along the Kidman Way, Wilbriggie - about 26km south of Griffith - when it collided with a truck carrying two trailers travelling south, about 100 metres south of the intersection of Marston Road.
The car caught alight; however Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters extinguished the fire a short time later. The driver of the car died at the scene.
They are yet to be formally identified.
The 59-year old male driver of the truck was taken to Griffith Base Hospital with minor injuries. The driver will undergo mandatory testing.
Officers attached to Murrumbidgee Police District established a crime scene and commenced an investigation.
The Kidman Highway is closed in both directions with local diversions in place. Up to date traffic information is available via www.livetraffic.com.
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.