A man has died after a two-vehicle crash in Hunter Valley region.
Just after 6.15am on Friday (13 October 2023), emergency services were called to the Bayswater Creek Bridge, on the New England Highway at Ravensworth, following reports of a two-vehicle crash.
On arrival, officers attached to Hunter Valley Police District found a truck and a ute had collided head-on.
The driver of the ute – a 22-year-old man – was assessed by NSW Ambulance paramedics; however, he died at the scene.
The driver of the truck – a 27-year-old man – was treated at the scene with injuries in his muscle and leg before being taken to Singleton Hospital for mandatory testing in a stable condition.
He is assisting police with their inquiries.
A crime scene has been established and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash has commenced.
A reported will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.
As inquiries continue, anyone with dash cam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.