May 20, 2025

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Incident Overview
A serious crash occurred on the New England Highway near Rimbanda Road in Kentucky , a small village in northern New South Wales, on Tuesday, May 21, 2025 , at approximately 9:40 am .

A B-double truck , carrying concrete, left the road and collided with a tree before rolling over. The driver, believed to be in his 50s , was briefly trapped inside the vehicle before being freed by emergency services.

The man sustained facial and head injuries and was rushed to Tamworth Hospital in critical condition. Police are investigating the cause of the crash, which has caused significant disruptions to traffic along the highway—a major inland arterial route between Tamworth and Armidale .

“The driver suffered facial and head injuries and was treated by paramedics before being rushed to Tamworth Hospital.”
— 7NEWS report

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2025 (approximately 9:40 am).
  • Location: New England Highway near Rimbanda Road, Kentucky, NSW — a small village in the New England region.

Vehicle Involved

  • A **B-double truck**, carrying concrete, which ran off the road and collided with a tree before rolling over.

Injuries

  • Critical Injuries:
    • The truck driver, believed to be in his 50s, suffered facial and head injuries and was rushed to Tamworth Hospital in critical condition.

Emergency Response

  • Police, paramedics, and emergency services responded promptly to the scene after reports of a serious crash involving a B-double truck.
  • The driver was briefly trapped inside the vehicle but was successfully freed by rescue teams.
  • He was stabilized by paramedics at the scene before being airlifted to Tamworth Hospital for urgent medical care.

“Police are investigating the cause of the crash.”
— NSW Police update

Traffic Impact

  • The crash and subsequent rescue operation significantly disrupted traffic on the **New England Highway**, a major inland arterial route connecting **Tamworth** and **Armidale**.
  • Drivers were advised to avoid the area while emergency services worked to clear the wreckage and restore normal traffic flow.

Police Investigation
NSW Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, focusing on:

  • The sequence of events leading to the truck leaving the road and colliding with a tree.
  • Road conditions, visibility, and potential contributing factors such as speed, distraction, fatigue, or mechanical failure.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage from nearby properties or vehicles traveling on the **New England Highway** around **9:40 am on May 21, 2025**.

Authorities are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant footage to come forward to assist their inquiry.

Community Impact
This incident highlights the risks faced by drivers of heavy vehicles on regional highways like the New England Highway , where high speeds, challenging terrain, and long distances can increase the likelihood of severe outcomes.

The crash has also raised concerns about the safety of this stretch of road, particularly given its importance as a major transport route.

Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage of the New England Highway near Rimbanda Road around 9:40 am on May 21, 2025 , is urged to contact authorities:

  • Crime Stoppers NSW: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersnsw.com.au.
  • Witness Reporting: Contact NSW Police via local station or submit anonymous tips through the official website.