January 24, 2025

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Incident Overview

A man has been injured in a crash involving a Mazda SUV and a truck on the Princes Highway in Gymea, Sydney. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon, January 25, 2025, and resulted in the closure of multiple lanes of the highway.

Location and Time

The crash happened just before 2:00 pm on the Princes Highway in Gymea, a suburb in the Sutherland Shire of Sydney. This is a major arterial road connecting Sydney to Wollongong and the South Coast, and the crash occurred during the afternoon when traffic can be heavy.

Vehicles Involved

The crash involved two vehicles: a Mazda SUV and a truck.

Crash Description

The Mazda SUV, driven by a 47-year-old man, crashed into the back of a truck on the Princes Highway. The impact of the crash trapped the driver inside the SUV.

Injuries

The 47-year-old male driver of the Mazda SUV sustained injuries to his leg and arm. He was freed from the wreckage by emergency services and taken to St George Hospital for treatment. The driver of the truck was not injured.

Emergency Response

Emergency services, including police, paramedics, and fire crews, attended the scene. The driver of the Mazda SUV was trapped in the vehicle and had to be extricated by firefighters before being transported to the hospital.

Road Closure

Three southbound lanes of the Princes Highway were closed for a period of time following the crash to allow for emergency services to attend to the scene and for investigators to examine the crash site. Drivers were advised to find alternative routes.

Investigation

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Community Impact

This incident has caused disruption to traffic on the Princes Highway and highlights the importance of road safety, particularly when driving on busy roads.

Contributing Factors

The contributing factors to the crash are still under investigation.