Tragedy has struck in the Hunter region after an elderly woman succumbed to injuries sustained in a brutal two-car crash near Lake Macquarie.
Emergency services rushed to James Street, Windale, around 3:30 PM on Friday, February 7, after reports of a serious collision between a Hyundai i30 and a Ford Fiesta.
The 82-year-old driver of the Hyundai was trapped in the wreckage before being freed and treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics. She was rushed to John Hunter Hospital in a serious condition.
The 29-year-old driver of the Ford escaped without injury.
Despite medical efforts, police confirmed the elderly woman passed away on Sunday, February 9.
Authorities are continuing their investigation, and a report will be prepared for the coroner.