Rescue operation in John Renshaw Drive

Vehicles collide on John Renshaw Drive at Black Hill, trapping two persons inside

At 0826 this morning, emergency services were activated to a motor vehicle collision on John Renshaw Drive at Black Hill. The incident involved two vehicles, and upon arrival at the scene, it was confirmed that one person was trapped inside each vehicle.

Several emergency services worked together to rescue the trapped persons, including NSW Ambulance Rescue, Fire and Rescue NSW Station 373 East Maitland, Fire And Rescue NSW Station 454 Tarro, NSW RFS – Benwerrin Brigade, and NSW RFS – Thornton Brigade.

Using hydraulic spreaders, the team was able to remove the door of the small van and spread open one of the doors on the truck. Fire and Rescue NSW Station provided assistance with stabilisation and fire protection in conjunction with RFSNSW Units.

The driver of the van was taken via Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopters to hospital for further assessment and treatment, while the occupants of the truck were treated for cuts and abrasions.