Friday 13 April 2018

UPDATE: Two Men Killed In Horror Crash At Salamander Bay

BY IAN CROUCH

Two men have died in a horror smash at Salamander Bay.

Police say four people were in a  Mazda  3 hatchback which left the road at the intersection of George Road and Soldiers Point Road just before 1am today and hit a tree.

A 34-year-old man died at the scene along with another man - both are yet to be formally identified.

The driver, a 30-year-old man, sustained serious injuries. He remains in a serious condition at John Hunter Hospital.

A 30-year-old travelling in the back of the car sustained minor injuries. He is in a stable condition at John Hunter Hospital.

While inquiries into the events leading up to the crash are continuing, alcohol is considered a factor.

Anyone who witnessed the crash is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

EARLIER:


Emergency services are still at the scene of a serious crash at Salamader Bay.

A car ran off the road at the intersection of George Road and Soldiers Point Road just before 1.00am on Friday and hit a tree.

It's understood at least one person died in the crash.


More details to come.