Multiple first responders are on the scene. Photo: Kirsty Tomas.
UPDATE, 2 April 1:20 pm: An elderly man has died after his car left the road and “crashed” into a paddock, police have confirmed.
Emergency services were called to the Kings Highway near Cargills Lane (east of Braidwood), just after 10:20 am today (2 April).
A helicopter, NSW Ambulance paramedics and multiple police officers were called to the scene.
Just after 1 pm, a NSW Police spokesperson said it appeared the man’s car had left the road.
“Officers attached to Monaro Police District attended and found a vehicle had left the highway and crashed into a paddock.”
The driver died at the scene, despite treatment by paramedics. He is believed to be in his early 80s.
A passenger (believed to be a woman aged in her 70s) was also airlifted to Canberra Hospital in a serious condition.
The incident has affected traffic on the highway for several hours. Photo: Kirsty Tomas.
Police have established a crime scene and started inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
As of 1:20 pm, Live Traffic NSW is still asking motorists to expect delays amid alternating (stop/slow) traffic conditions at the scene.
A police spokesperson recommended motorists use a different route if possible.
A report will be prepared for the coroner.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers by calling 1800 333 000 or by visiting their website. Information is managed on a confidential basis.
2 April, 11:35 am: Motorists are being told to expect delays after a car accident on the Kings Highway this morning (2 April).
A LiveTraffic NSW alert states the incident happened on the highway near Cargills Lane (east of Braidwood), just after 10:20 am.
A NSW Police spokesperson said it appeared to be a single-vehicle crash, after a car went off the road and into a paddock.
They confirmed a helicopter was at the scene, as well as NSW Ambulance paramedics and multiple police officers, as part of the response.
Traffic has been affected in both directions. Image: Live Traffic NSW.
Live Traffic NSW warns motorists to expect delays when travelling through the area and to follow directions.
“Alternating (stop/slow) traffic conditions are in place to allow motorists to pass in one direction at a time,” it outlines.
“Ongoing police investigations are expected to take some time.”
More to come.
