22 April 2025

Man dies in Easter crash on Barton Highway

| Claire Sams
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Police say one man died while other people were not seriously injured in the collision. Photo: Michelle Kroll.

A man has died in a two-car collision on the Barton Highway over the long weekend.

A NSW Police spokesperson said emergency services were called to the Barton Highway, Murrumbateman, following reports of a crash around 2 pm on Monday (21 April).

Officers attached to The Hume Police District attended and found a red Toyota hatchback and a black Holden utility had collided.

A driver of one of the vehicles was treated at the scene by ambulance paramedics and first responders. However, he died on the way to the hospital.

Police say he is believed to be in his 60s, but has not been formally identified.

The other driver and occupants of the second vehicle were not seriously injured.

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Officers from the Hume Police District established a crime scene and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash has been initiated.

A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.

As investigations continue, anyone who witnessed the crash or has dash-cam footage is being asked to call Yass Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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