Five people including three children have been injured at a serious crash at Whittingham near Singleton this morning.
Emergency services were called to the scene north of Range Road on the New England Highway with the Westpac Rescue Helicopter arriving just after midday.
The Westpac Helicopter is transporting a 6 year old boy in a serious condition to the John Hunter Hospital suffering multiple injuries sustained in the head on crash.
The female driver is reportedly in a critical condition.
Two other children who were in the car are being treated for non-life threatening injuries.
The male driver and sole occupant of the 4WD has also been taken to the John Hunter with non-life threatening injuries.
At the scene an Isuzu ute was seen tipped on its side while a white sedan was crushed.
Officers from Hunter Valley Police District have established a crime scene as they investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Authorities are urging to drivers allow additional travel time and follow detour routes if heading through the area.
Heavy vehicles are advised to look at alternative routes.
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| Emergency services attending scene of crash at Whittingham on New England Highway. Picture: NBN News. |
