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Introduction
A woman in her 50s sustained serious injuries in a secondary collision on the Pacific Highway near Taree on Thursday night, after the SUV she was in was struck by a truck.
Pacific Highway Crash Details
The initial incident occurred at around 8:20 pm when the SUV, traveling south and towing a car on a trailer, collided with a guard rail. The impact caused the SUV to spin around, coming to a stop facing north.
Secondary Collision and Injuries
While the driver and front-seat passenger of the SUV exited the vehicle, the woman remained in the backseat. A truck carrying a family traveling south on the Pacific Highway then collided head-on with the stationary SUV. The woman in the backseat sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to John Hunter Hospital, where she remains in serious condition.
Emergency Response and Investigation
Emergency services responded to the scene, transporting the injured woman and the occupants of the truck to nearby hospitals for treatment and mandatory testing. The driver of the SUV and the front-seat passenger were not injured in either crash.
Traffic Disruptions and Appeal for Information
The southbound lanes of the Pacific Highway were closed for over two hours while the scene was cleared. Investigations into the Pacific Highway crash are ongoing, and authorities urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
Conclusion
This incident highlights the potential dangers of multi-vehicle accidents and the importance of remaining vigilant on the road.