July 20, 2025

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Incident Overview
A man has died and another is in critical condition following a single-vehicle crash in Sydney’s west. The vehicle, carrying two men in their 30s, struck a tree on Carlisle Avenue in Hebersham around 12:25am on Monday, July 21, 2025. The passenger was declared deceased at the scene. The driver was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Monday, July 21, 2025 (approximately 12:25 am)
  • Location: Carlisle Avenue, Hebersham, Sydney, New South Wales

Vehicles Involved

  • Single vehicle (make and model not specified) — struck a tree

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • Male passenger in his 30s — declared deceased at the scene
  • Serious Injuries:
    • Male driver in his 30s — transported to Westmead Hospital in critical condition

Emergency Response
Emergency services arrived shortly after the crash and pronounced the passenger deceased. The critically injured driver was treated on-site and transported by ambulance to Westmead Hospital. The scene was secured for further investigation.

Investigation
NSW Police are investigating:

  • Possible contributing factors such as driver error or mechanical failure
  • Speed and road conditions at the time of the crash
  • Whether the vehicle lost control before striking the tree
  • Any available dashcam or CCTV footage from the area

A report is being prepared for the Coroner. Investigators continue to appeal for any witnesses or information.

Community Impact
The fatal crash in Hebersham has shocked the local community, especially given the early morning timing and tragic outcome. Residents have expressed concern about driver safety in the area and are awaiting updates from investigators.

Witnesses/Appeals
Anyone with information or dashcam footage from Carlisle Avenue near the time of the crash is urged to contact: