August 12, 2025

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Incident Overview
A fatal collision between a car and a truck occurred on Tuesday, 12 August 2025, on the Barton Highway in Jeir, approximately 30 kilometres south of Yass, NSW. The incident resulted in the death of a 78-year-old male car driver.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, 12 August 2025
  • Crash Time: Approximately 1:40pm
  • Location: Barton Highway near Gooda Creek Road, Jeir, NSW

Vehicles Involved

  • Car – make and model not specified
  • Truck – make and model not specified

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Deceased: 78-year-old male driver of the car – died at the scene
  • Injured: Truck driver, male in his 40s – treated at the scene and transported to Yass Hospital for mandatory testing

Crash Description
Emergency services were called to the Barton Highway following reports of a collision between a car and a truck near Gooda Creek Road. The crash resulted in the closure of the highway in both directions for several hours while police examined the scene. The exact cause of the collision remains under investigation.

Road and Traffic Impacts
The Barton Highway was closed in both directions following the crash and reopened the following morning. Traffic diversions were in place during the closure.

Investigation
A crime scene has been established, and the NSW Police Crash Investigation Unit is examining the circumstances of the collision. Authorities have urged witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage from the area to contact Crime Stoppers.

Witnesses/Appeals
Police are appealing for public assistance from anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant dashcam footage.

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