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Incident Overview
Just before midnight on Thursday, October 10, 2024, emergency services were called to the scene of a crash on Reservoir Road in Blacktown, Western Sydney. A sedan had collided with a garbage truck, leaving several people injured.
Details of the Crash
The circumstances surrounding the crash are still under investigation, but it involved a sedan and a garbage truck. The impact of the collision caused significant damage to the sedan.
Injuries and Emergency Response
Paramedics arrived at the scene and treated five people who were involved in the crash. The passenger of the car, a 70-year-old woman, sustained facial and chest injuries and was taken to the hospital for treatment. The driver of the car, a 52-year-old woman, and two other passengers, aged 55 and 16, were also transported to the hospital as a precaution. The driver of the garbage truck was thankfully uninjured.
Road Closure and Investigation
A crime scene was established, and Reservoir Road was closed in both directions for some time while police investigated the crash. The road has since been reopened.
Conclusion
This incident is a reminder of the importance of road safety, especially during nighttime driving. The community’s thoughts are with the injured and their families as they recover from this crash.