April 1, 2025

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Incident Overview
A man has tragically died in a single-vehicle crash on the mid north coast of New South Wales on Monday, March 31, 2025 , at approximately 9:30 pm . The incident occurred on Lansdowne Road at Cundletown , about 14 kilometers northeast of Taree , when the driver lost control of a Jeep and collided with a tree.

The driver was pronounced dead at the scene, while his three passengers—a woman and two men—were trapped in the wreckage. Emergency services worked to free the injured occupants, who sustained non-life-threatening injuries, including fractures. Investigations into the crash are ongoing, and authorities are appealing for information from the public.

Details of the Crash

  • Crash Date: Monday, March 31, 2025 (approximately 9:30 pm).
  • Location: Lansdowne Road, Cundletown, 14km northeast of Taree, NSW.
  • Vehicle Involved: A Jeep.
  • Victims:
    • The male driver, who died at the scene.
    • Three passengers—a woman and two men—who sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

The crash occurred when the Jeep veered off the road and struck a tree. Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after the collision.

Emergency Response
Emergency services, including NSW Ambulance paramedics and police, responded swiftly to the crash site. Firefighters worked to free the three passengers, who were trapped in the wreckage. Once freed, the injured individuals were treated by paramedics before being transported to nearby hospitals:

  • One man and a woman were taken to **Port Macquarie Base Hospital**.
  • The second man was taken to **Manning Base Hospital**.

None of the passengers’ injuries were life-threatening, despite sustaining fractures and other trauma.

Lansdowne Road was closed for several hours to allow emergency services to manage the scene and conduct initial investigations. Drivers were urged to avoid the area during this time, but the road has since been reopened.

Community Impact
The crash has deeply affected the Cundletown community, particularly given the loss of life and the circumstances surrounding the incident. Local residents have expressed concern over road safety in the area, especially on stretches like Lansdowne Road , which can be challenging for drivers at night or during adverse conditions.

Authorities are urging all road users to exercise caution, particularly on rural roads where visibility and road conditions may vary.

Police Investigation
Police are conducting a detailed investigation into the crash, focusing on:

  • The actions of the driver leading up to the collision, including speed and adherence to road rules.
  • Road conditions, signage, and visibility at the time of the crash.
  • Potential factors such as distraction, fatigue, or impairment.

Authorities are appealing to anyone with information or dashcam footage to assist with their inquiries.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact:

How You Can Help
If you were traveling on Lansdowne Road around the time of the crash or have any information that could assist investigators, your assistance could be crucial. Dashcam footage, CCTV recordings, or eyewitness accounts may help piece together the events leading up to the collision.

Please contact Crime Stoppers using the details provided above to share any relevant information.