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Incident Overview
A 97-year-old woman has died and three other people have been injured after the car they were traveling in crashed into a tree on the Pacific Highway in Tintenbar, New South Wales. The incident occurred on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, and has left the community in mourning.
Location and Time
The crash happened around 12:30 pm on the Pacific Highway in Tintenbar, a town located north of Ballina in northern NSW. This stretch of the Pacific Highway is a major route connecting various towns along the coast and is often busy with traffic.
Vehicle Involved
The crash involved a single vehicle, the make and model of which were not specified in the report. The car was carrying four people at the time of the crash.
Crash Description
The car, carrying four occupants, was traveling on the Pacific Highway when it veered off the road and collided with a tree. The impact of the crash caused serious injuries to the front-seat passenger and minor injuries to the other occupants.
Injuries/Fatalities
The 97-year-old woman who was seated in the front passenger seat sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to Gold Coast University Hospital, where she later died. The 35-year-old female driver and two teenage passengers, aged 15 and 16, who were seated in the rear of the car, sustained minor injuries.
Emergency Response
Emergency services, including NSW Ambulance paramedics and a rescue helicopter, attended the scene. The 97-year-old woman was treated at the scene before being airlifted to the hospital.
Investigation
Police are investigating the circumstances that led to the crash. They will be examining the scene, the vehicle involved, and gathering any available witness statements or dashcam footage to determine the cause of the collision and any contributing factors.
Community Impact
This tragic incident has saddened the local community in Tintenbar and the wider Far North Coast region. The loss of life, especially of an elderly person, is a devastating event, and the crash serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety for all drivers and passengers.
Contributing Factors
The contributing factors to the crash are still under investigation. Potential factors that may be considered include speed, driver fatigue, distraction, visibility, road conditions, and the possibility of a medical episode or vehicle malfunction.