URGENT UPDATE: A fatal car accident has claimed the life of a man in his 50s early this morning in the Central West region of New South Wales. The incident occurred at approximately 2 AM on October 12, when the vehicle he was driving rolled over on a rural road near Tarana, about 40 kilometers southeast of Bathurst.
Emergency services rushed to the scene on Curly Dick Road after receiving reports of a single-vehicle accident. Officers from the Chifley Police District and NSW Ambulance paramedics arrived to find the car had left the road and overturned. Despite immediate medical attention, the driver was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities have yet to formally identify the victim. Investigations into the circumstances surrounding this tragic accident are currently underway, with a report set to be prepared for the coroner.
Curly Dick Road serves as a crucial connection between the Great Western Highway, near Meadow Flat, and Diamond Swap Road just north of Tarana.
This incident highlights the ongoing risks associated with rural driving conditions. Local officials urge drivers to exercise caution on less traveled roads, particularly during early morning hours when visibility may be compromised.
Stay tuned for further updates as authorities continue their investigation into this tragic accident.
