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Fatal Early Morning Crash on NSW Pacific Mwy at Cooranbong

8 May 2024 · about 1:20am · Cooranbong, NSW

Published 8 May 2024 · Updated 1 May 2026

Key facts

When
8 May 2024Wednesday, about 1:20am
Where
Cooranbong, NSW
Type
Single-vehicle crash, veered off motorway
Killed
1 personOne driver, identity pending confirmation
Investigation
NSW PoliceNSW Police are leading the investigation into the circumstances of the crash.

What happened

Incident Overview

A fatal single-vehicle crash occurred on the Pacific Motorway at Cooranbong, NSW, in the early hours of Wednesday, 8 May 2024, resulting in the death of the driver. The vehicle veered off the highway at approximately 1:20 AM, and the driver was pronounced deceased at the scene.

NSW Police attended immediately and established a crime scene. The identity of the deceased driver is pending formal confirmation and next-of-kin notification.

Location and Time

The crash occurred on the Pacific Motorway at Cooranbong, NSW, at approximately 1:20 AM on Wednesday, 8 May 2024.

Vehicles Involved

Vehicle 1

  • Type: Single vehicle
  • Incident: Veered off the highway
  • Driver: Identity pending formal confirmation

Injuries / Fatalities

Fatalities

  • One driver, deceased at scene (identity pending formal confirmation)

Injuries

  • None reported.

Community Impact

The incident has raised concerns within the local community regarding road safety on the Pacific Motorway, particularly in the Cooranbong area. Local authorities are urging motorists to exercise caution and adhere to road safety regulations on this busy highway.

Emergency Response

NSW Police and emergency services responded promptly to the scene. The driver was pronounced deceased at the scene, and a crime scene was established for investigation purposes.

Investigation

NSW Police are leading the investigation into the circumstances of the crash. Initial inquiries are focused on gathering evidence from the scene and examining nearby CCTV and dashcam footage to determine the factors that contributed to the vehicle veering off the motorway.

Appeal for Information

NSW Police are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the crash or who has relevant dashcam footage to come forward. Witnesses or persons with information are urged to contact NSW Police or Crime Stoppers immediately, as this information could be crucial in understanding the dynamics of the crash and preventing future incidents.

If you were involved in a crash in Queensland

  1. 01Injury claims are usually made against the compulsory third party (CTP) insurer of the vehicle at fault.
  2. 02A Notice of Accident Claim Form is generally due within 9 months of the crash, or within 1 month of first consulting a lawyer, whichever is earlier.
  3. 03Families of people killed in a crash may be able to claim for loss of financial support.

General information only, not legal advice.

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