One person has died, and another in a critical condition following a two-vehicle collision near Dubbo.
Just before 6.00pm on Thursday 15 February 2024, emergency services were called to Dunedoo Road, near Ballimore Rd, Ballimore, about 30 kilometres north-east of Dubbo, following reports of a two-vehicle crash.
On arrival, officers attached to New England Police District located an SUV and a semi-trailer having collided head-on.
The driver of the SUV was treated by NSW ambulance paramedic before being taken to Dubbo Hospital with minor injuries.
The front seat passenger – a 16-year-old girl – died at the scene.
The rear passenger, a 10-year-old girl, was airlifted to Westmead Hospital in a critical condition.
The driver of the semi-trailer was taken to Dubbo Hospital in a stable condition.
A crime scene has been established and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding this incident has commenced.
A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.
As inquiries continue, anyone with information or dash cam footage about this incident is urged to contact New England Police District or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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.
