Two people have died and a third remains in a critical condition following a major three-vehicle collision in Suffolk Park, south of the popular tourist hub of Byron Bay, this morning.
Emergency services were scrambled to Broken Head Road shortly after 10.30am following reports of a multi-vehicle crash. Upon arrival, officers from the Tweed/Byron Police District were met with a chaotic scene.
Tragically, the drivers of two of the vehicles involved—a woman believed to be in her 50s and a man believed to be in his 60s—could not be saved. Both were pronounced dead at the scene. Police confirmed this afternoon that the victims have yet to be formally identified.
A passenger in the man’s vehicle, a woman in her 60s, sustained severe injuries in the impact. She was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being airlifted to the Gold Coast University Hospital via the Westpac Rescue Helicopter. She remains in a critical condition.
Fortunately, the occupants of the third vehicle involved in the collision were reported to be uninjured.
A large crime scene has been established on Broken Head Road, with specialist forensic police conducting an extensive examination of the wreckage to determine the circumstances leading up to the tragedy. As the investigation gets underway, police have confirmed that a report will be prepared for the coroner.
In the wake of the incident, Broken Head Road has been closed to all traffic between Beech Drive and Broken Head Reserve Road. Local authorities have implemented traffic diversions, but are strongly urging members of the public to avoid the area entirely to ensure emergency crews and investigators have clear access to the site.
Police are now calling on the public to assist with their investigation. They are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who may have witnessed the moments leading up to the crash or who may have relevant dashcam footage from the area at the time.
“As inquiries continue, anyone with information is urged to contact the Tweed/Byron police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000,” a police spokesperson said.
The closure is expected to remain in place for several hours as investigators document the scene and debris is cleared. Local motorists are advised to check Live Traffic NSW for the latest updates on road closures and delays.
Disclaimer: This content is auto-generated for informational purposes only.
Source: Read Original News
