April 22, 2025

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Incident Overview
A man in his 60s tragically lost his life while being transported to the hospital following a two-vehicle crash on the Barton Highway (A25) at Murrumbateman , New South Wales, on Monday, April 21, 2025 , at approximately 2:00 pm .

The collision involved a red Toyota hatchback and a black Holden utility . Paramedics treated the man—who was driving one of the vehicles—but he succumbed to his injuries en route to the hospital. The driver and occupants of the second vehicle were not seriously injured.

NSW Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash and have appealed for witnesses or anyone with relevant information to come forward.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Monday, April 21, 2025 (approximately 2:00 pm).
  • Location: Barton Highway (A25), Murrumbateman, NSW (30 kilometers north-west of Canberra).

Vehicles Involved

  • A **red Toyota hatchback** driven by a man in his 60s (deceased).
  • A **black Holden utility** carrying occupants who were not seriously injured.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality: A man in his 60s died while being transported to the hospital after the crash.
  • No serious injuries reported for the driver and occupants of the black Holden utility.

Emergency Response

  • Paramedics attended the scene promptly to provide emergency care to the injured man.
  • Despite their efforts, the man succumbed to his injuries while being transported to the hospital.

Police Investigation
The NSW Police are conducting an investigation into the crash, focusing on:

  • The sequence of events leading to the collision between the two vehicles.
  • Road conditions, signage, and visibility at the time of the incident.
  • Potential factors such as speed, distraction, fatigue, or mechanical failure.

Authorities are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has relevant dashcam/CCTV footage to assist with inquiries.

“NSW Police are investigating the crash and urge anyone with relevant information to come forward.”
— NSW Police statement

Appeal for Information
The community is urged to assist authorities by providing any information that could help determine the cause of the crash:

  • NSW Police: Call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersnsw.com.au.
  • Witnesses are encouraged to share dashcam footage, CCTV recordings, or any observations about the vehicles involved or the behavior of the drivers.

Community Impact
This tragic incident has left the local community saddened, particularly given the proximity to the major highway connecting regional areas to Canberra . The loss of life underscores the importance of road safety awareness, especially on high-traffic routes like the Barton Highway.