Police Investigating Fatal Bass Highway Crash

Sadly, a man has died following a two vehicle crash on the Bass Highway near Elizabeth Town in the state's north early this morning.

Acting Inspector Aleena Crack said police and emergency services were called to the scene about 7.20am, following reports of a crash between two trucks at he intersection of the Bass Highway and Bengeo Road.

Emergency services quickly arrived on the scene where sadly, a male driver of one of the trucks was confirmed deceased.

The male driver of the other vehicle was transported to the Launceston General Hospital with non life threatening injuries.

"The circumstances leading up to the crash are being investigated by police and a report will be prepared for the Coroner," Acting Inspector Crack said.

"Anyone with information or relevant dash cam footage, is asked to contact police on 131 444."

"Our thoughts are with everyone involved."

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