Six-Year-Old Boy Killed in Ute and Truck Crash on Towamba Road, Nullica – Three Hospitalized – May 14, 2025

What happened

Incident Overview

A tragic two-vehicle crash occurred on Tuesday, May 14, 2025 , just after 4:10 pm on Towamba Road at Nullica , near Eden , on the NSW Far South Coast .

The collision involved a dual-cab ute and a tipper truck , resulting in the death of a six-year-old boy who was a passenger in the ute. The other occupants — a 31-year-old male driver and two girls aged two and eight — were taken to hospital with serious injuries.

Emergency services described the scene as “critical and confronting,” and Fire and Rescue NSW crews spent several hours at the location assisting with extraction and support.

NSW Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, which will be referred to the coroner for further review.

“We understand that no words can ease the pain of such a loss, but please know that our hearts are with you.”
— Fire and Rescue NSW Eden statement

• Crash Date: Tuesday, May 14, 2025 (approximately 4:10 pm).
• Location: Towamba Road, Nullica, near Eden, NSW Far South Coast. The road runs through bushland and is known for heavy vehicle traffic.

• A dual-cab ute, carrying four people including the deceased child and two injured girls.
• A tipper truck, driven by a 52-year-old man from the local area.

• Fatality:
  • The six-year-old boy died at the scene following the impact.
• Serious Injuries:
  • The 31-year-old male driver was flown to Canberra Hospital for specialist treatment.
  • A two-year-old girl and an eight-year-old girl were airlifted to Sydney Children’s Hospital in Randwick. One child remains in serious but stable condition.
• No Injuries:
  • The 52-year-old tipper truck driver was not physically injured and was released after mandatory testing at South East Regional Hospital.

This devastating incident has deeply affected the small rural community of Nullica , particularly given the loss of a young life and the critical injuries sustained by others.

The NSW Department of Education confirmed it is offering support to students and staff impacted by the tragedy, acknowledging the emotional toll this event has had on families and local schools.

Detective Inspector Jason Hogan reiterated the tragic nature of the crash:

“It is unfortunate that crashes like this happen in local communities… There’s nothing to suggest that the road conditions were dangerous, but those inquiries will form part of our investigation.”

Emergency Response

• Multiple agencies responded to the crash, including paramedics, police, and fire rescue teams.
• Towamba Road was closed overnight during emergency operations and reopened on Wednesday morning.
• Specialist trauma care has been provided to the survivors due to the severity of their injuries.

“The results of the police investigation will go before the coroner.”
— NSW Police update

Appeal for Information

NSW Police are continuing their investigation and are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage to come forward.

• Crime Stoppers NSW: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersnsw.com.au.
• Witness Reporting: Contact NSW Police via your local station or submit information through the official website.

Road Safety Message
This tragic crash serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of children in motor vehicles, especially on regional roads where interactions with large trucks can result in catastrophic outcomes.