It’s estimated diversions will add an extra five hours to a person’s trip following a fatal crash. Photo: LiveTraffic.
A person has died and is one missing following a two-vehicle smash on the Monaro Highway.
Emergency services were called to the road at Colinton, 10 km south of Michelago, at about 12:15 am on Sunday (1 March) after reports two cars had crashed head-on.
Police officers found the driver of one car dead at the scene, but have not found the driver of the second vehicle.
A crime scene has been established and an investigation is underway.
No further details about either driver’s identities is available.
The Monaro Highway is closed in both directions from Old Cooma Road (near Royalla) and Yareen Road, Cooma, as a result.
Diversions are in place and are only suitable for light vehicles.
Southbound motorists are being directed to follow Old Cooma Road, Ellerton Drive, Kings Highway, Princes Highway, Snowy Mountains Highway and the Monaro Highway.
Northbound motorists are advised to take the Snowy Mountains Highway, Princes Highway, Kings Highway, Canberra Avenue, Hindmarsh Drive and then the Monaro Highway.
The diversions are expected to add five hours travel time.
Heavy vehicles are being parked.
As inquiries continue, anyone with information or dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Original Article published by Claire Fenwicke on Region Canberra.
