A man has died after his ute left the roadway and plunged off a bridge near Singleton in the New South Wales Hunter Valley.
The fatal crash occurred on Wednesday afternoon, 16 April 2025. Emergency services were called to the scene on Glendon Lane, Glendon, at approximately 2:30pm following reports of a serious single-vehicle accident.
On arrival, paramedics and police discovered that a ute had crashed off the bridge and down a steep embankment. The driver, a 49-year-old man and the sole occupant of the vehicle, was found deceased at the scene. Despite the rapid response by emergency crews, the man could not be revived.
Officers from Hunter Valley Police District established a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. At this stage, police believe the incident was a single-vehicle accident, with no other vehicles involved.
Authorities will prepare a report for the coroner, who will investigate the full circumstances of the man’s death. Factors such as road conditions, mechanical issues, and the possibility of a medical episode will all form part of the inquiry.
The road where the crash occurred is frequently used by both locals and rural workers, and the bridge crossing has limited barriers and a narrow approach. Road safety in regional areas remains a concern for authorities, with single-vehicle fatalities continuing to account for a significant number of road deaths across New South Wales.
Police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or who may have dashcam footage of the vehicle in the moments leading up to the crash, to come forward and assist with the investigation.
The identity of the deceased man has not yet been released, as police are still working to notify his family.
This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced on regional roads. Drivers are encouraged to take extra caution, particularly on rural routes where road infrastructure can be less forgiving and emergency response times are often longer.
Anyone with information that may assist investigators is urged to contact Hunter Valley Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
MHV News will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
