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Introduction: A devastating three-vehicle collision on Burley Griffin Way in Murrumburrah, New South Wales, has resulted in the death of one driver. The incident, involving two cars and a truck carrying 500 sheep, occurred on Wednesday morning, causing significant disruption to traffic in the area.
Crash Overview: The fatal accident took place just before 10:50 am on Wednesday on Burley Griffin Way, Murrumburrah, approximately 70km east of Yass. The collision involved two cars and a truck transporting 500 sheep. The exact cause of the crash is currently under investigation.
Tragic Outcome and Emergency Response: Emergency services were dispatched to the scene, but sadly, the driver of one of the cars was pronounced dead upon arrival. The driver’s identity has not yet been released. The 64-year-old male driver of the second car and the 28-year-old male truck driver were both unharmed but were taken to Harden Hospital for mandatory testing. Remarkably, none of the sheep on board the truck were injured in the incident.
Investigation and Road Closure: Officers from The Hume Police District have established a crime scene and are awaiting the arrival of specialist police to conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the crash. Burley Griffin Way between Murrumburrah and Wallendbeen is expected to remain closed for several hours, with traffic diversions in place. Motorists are urged to avoid the area if possible.
Conclusion: This tragic accident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and the potential for devastating consequences in the event of a collision. The loss of life has undoubtedly impacted the community, and the investigation will aim to determine the factors that contributed to this heartbreaking incident. Anyone with information or dashcam footage is encouraged to contact Young Police Station or Crime Stoppers.