March 15, 2026

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Incident Overview
A man has died after he was struck by a car in an early-morning crash on the Oxley Highway near Tamworth Airport in northern NSW. He was treated at the scene before being taken to Tamworth Base Hospital, where he later died.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Sunday, 15 March 2026 (about 3.45am)
  • Location: Oxley Highway near New Winton Road, Westdale, NSW

Vehicles Involved

  • Car driven by a 62-year-old woman

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • Man (not formally identified), pedestrian, taken to Tamworth Base Hospital and later died
  • Injuries:
    • 62-year-old woman, driver, not injured; taken to Tamworth Base Hospital for mandatory testing

Emergency Response

  • Police officers provided assistance before paramedics arrived and treated the man at the scene.
  • The man was transported to Tamworth Base Hospital, where he later died; the driver was also taken to the same hospital for mandatory testing.
  • The Oxley Highway was closed in both directions until about 9.50am.

Police Investigation
Police established a crime scene on the Oxley Highway and will conduct a forensic examination. A report will be prepared for the coroner.

  • No charges have been announced.
  • No court appearances have been announced.

Community Impact
The closure of the Oxley Highway in both directions during the morning disrupted travel in the Westdale area near Tamworth Airport.

Appeal for Information
Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has relevant information, to come forward.

  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
  • Policelink: Call 131 444.