Fatal Two-vehicle Crash At Carcoar

A man has died following a two-vehicle crash in the state's Central West today.

About 1.25pm today (Monday 8 July 2024), emergency services were called to the Mid-Western Highway, Carcoar, following reports of a two-vehicle crash involving a utility towing a trailer and a Pantech truck towing a horse float.

The driver of the utility - a man in his 60s - died at scene. He is yet to be formally identified.

The driver of the truck was not injured and the two passengers a boy and girl received minor injuries.

Officers attached to Chifley Police District attended and have commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.

As inquiries continue, anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage is urged to contact local police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Motorists are urged to avoid the area as road closures and diversions are in place, please check www.livetraffic.com for updates.

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