Six-year-old boy dead and two young girls in hospital after tragic crash

The Advertiser

14-05-2025

A young boy is dead and a girl is in a serious condition in hospital following a tragic crash in southern NSW.
About 4.10pm May 13, emergency services were called to Towamba Road, Nullica, 10km south-west of Eden after a dual-cab utility and Kenworth tipper truck collided.
A six-year-old boy, who had been a passenger in the utility, died at the scene.
The driver, a 31-year-old man, and two girls - aged two and eight - in the same vehicle, suffered multiple injuries.
The driver was airlifted to Canberra Hospital while the two girls were airlifted to Sydney Children's Hospital.
In a statement to media on May 14, Detective Inspector Jason Hogan of the Crash Investigation Unit, said one of the girls was being treated by specialists at Randwick in a "serious but stable" condition.
All three surviving ute occupants remained in hospital as of noon May 14.
The driver of the truck, aged 52, was taken to South-East Regional Hospital at Bega for mandatory testing and to be treated for the effects of shock. He had since been released," Detective Inspector Hogan said.
"The circumstances will be investigated by the Crash Investigation Unit for a full and detailed account of what happened," he said.
"It's a road that runs about 10km southwest of Eden, a thoroughfare through state forest. The reasons a car and truck were in that area will be part of the investigation.
"We have nothing to suggest the road conditions were dangerous."
Detective Inspector Hogan said the crash was "a terrible tragedy that we need to avoid".
As inquiries continue, police were appealing for anyone with information or dashcam footage of the crash, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Eden Fire and Rescue NSW members, alongside multiple first responder agencies, attended the crash on Towamba Road and were faced with the critical and confronting scenes.
A Facebook post by FRNSW Station 286 said firefighters worked through the night, completing their duties about 3.30am Wednesday.
"Due to the severity of the accident and the condition of the roadway, the scene was handed over to NSW Police, Towamba Road remained closed overnight and was reopened later this morning once it was deemed safe for public use," they posted on the brigade's Facebook page.
Eden Fire and Rescue also had something to say about the social media commentary that spread quickly following initial reports of the crash.
"Following the incident, some [Station] 286 Eden members raised concerns about insensitive commentary posted in a local Facebook group.
"A young community member, recognising the emotional toll on those affected, respectfully requested the group administrator to remove the post, this was actioned promptly.
"FRNSW 286 Eden extends its thanks to the group administrators for their discretion and community awareness.
"We remind the public that those involved in this tragic accident are not just names on a page, they are people with families, friends, and loved ones who are now facing immense emotional and psychological challenges in the days and weeks ahead.
"As investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing and led by NSW Police, we urge everyone to consider the human impact before posting speculation or commentary online. If you wouldn't say it directly to those involved or their families, please think twice before sharing it publicly.
The members of Eden FRNSW Station 286 also expressed their sincere condolences to the family and friends of those involved.
"To the families, friends, and the broader community affected by this tragic incident.
"Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with you during this incredibly difficult time. We understand that no words can ease the pain of such a loss, but please know that our hearts are with you.
"To those who were injured, we extend our sincere wishes for a full and speedy recovery. We hope for strength and healing in the days ahead.
"To the members of the public who selflessly stopped to aid at the scene, your actions are deeply appreciated and do not go unnoticed.
"Stay safe and please take care."
A young boy is dead and a girl is in a serious condition in hospital following a tragic crash in southern NSW.
About 4.10pm May 13, emergency services were called to Towamba Road, Nullica, 10km south-west of Eden after a dual-cab utility and Kenworth tipper truck collided.
A six-year-old boy, who had been a passenger in the utility, died at the scene.
The driver, a 31-year-old man, and two girls - aged two and eight - in the same vehicle, suffered multiple injuries.
The driver was airlifted to Canberra Hospital while the two girls were airlifted to Sydney Children's Hospital.
In a statement to media on May 14, Detective Inspector Jason Hogan of the Crash Investigation Unit, said one of the girls was being treated by specialists at Randwick in a "serious but stable" condition.
All three surviving ute occupants remained in hospital as of noon May 14.
The driver of the truck, aged 52, was taken to South-East Regional Hospital at Bega for mandatory testing and to be treated for the effects of shock. He had since been released," Detective Inspector Hogan said.
"The circumstances will be investigated by the Crash Investigation Unit for a full and detailed account of what happened," he said.
"It's a road that runs about 10km southwest of Eden, a thoroughfare through state forest. The reasons a car and truck were in that area will be part of the investigation.
"We have nothing to suggest the road conditions were dangerous."
Detective Inspector Hogan said the crash was "a terrible tragedy that we need to avoid".
As inquiries continue, police were appealing for anyone with information or dashcam footage of the crash, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Eden Fire and Rescue NSW members, alongside multiple first responder agencies, attended the crash on Towamba Road and were faced with the critical and confronting scenes.
A Facebook post by FRNSW Station 286 said firefighters worked through the night, completing their duties about 3.30am Wednesday.
"Due to the severity of the accident and the condition of the roadway, the scene was handed over to NSW Police, Towamba Road remained closed overnight and was reopened later this morning once it was deemed safe for public use," they posted on the brigade's Facebook page.
Eden Fire and Rescue also had something to say about the social media commentary that spread quickly following initial reports of the crash.
"Following the incident, some [Station] 286 Eden members raised concerns about insensitive commentary posted in a local Facebook group.
"A young community member, recognising the emotional toll on those affected, respectfully requested the group administrator to remove the post, this was actioned promptly.
"FRNSW 286 Eden extends its thanks to the group administrators for their discretion and community awareness.
"We remind the public that those involved in this tragic accident are not just names on a page, they are people with families, friends, and loved ones who are now facing immense emotional and psychological challenges in the days and weeks ahead.
"As investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing and led by NSW Police, we urge everyone to consider the human impact before posting speculation or commentary online. If you wouldn't say it directly to those involved or their families, please think twice before sharing it publicly.
The members of Eden FRNSW Station 286 also expressed their sincere condolences to the family and friends of those involved.
"To the families, friends, and the broader community affected by this tragic incident.
"Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with you during this incredibly difficult time. We understand that no words can ease the pain of such a loss, but please know that our hearts are with you.
"To those who were injured, we extend our sincere wishes for a full and speedy recovery. We hope for strength and healing in the days ahead.
"To the members of the public who selflessly stopped to aid at the scene, your actions are deeply appreciated and do not go unnoticed.
"Stay safe and please take care."
A young boy is dead and a girl is in a serious condition in hospital following a tragic crash in southern NSW.
About 4.10pm May 13, emergency services were called to Towamba Road, Nullica, 10km south-west of Eden after a dual-cab utility and Kenworth tipper truck collided.
A six-year-old boy, who had been a passenger in the utility, died at the scene.
The driver, a 31-year-old man, and two girls - aged two and eight - in the same vehicle, suffered multiple injuries.
The driver was airlifted to Canberra Hospital while the two girls were airlifted to Sydney Children's Hospital.
In a statement to media on May 14, Detective Inspector Jason Hogan of the Crash Investigation Unit, said one of the girls was being treated by specialists at Randwick in a "serious but stable" condition.
All three surviving ute occupants remained in hospital as of noon May 14.
The driver of the truck, aged 52, was taken to South-East Regional Hospital at Bega for mandatory testing and to be treated for the effects of shock. He had since been released," Detective Inspector Hogan said.
"The circumstances will be investigated by the Crash Investigation Unit for a full and detailed account of what happened," he said.
"It's a road that runs about 10km southwest of Eden, a thoroughfare through state forest. The reasons a car and truck were in that area will be part of the investigation.
"We have nothing to suggest the road conditions were dangerous."
Detective Inspector Hogan said the crash was "a terrible tragedy that we need to avoid".
As inquiries continue, police were appealing for anyone with information or dashcam footage of the crash, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Eden Fire and Rescue NSW members, alongside multiple first responder agencies, attended the crash on Towamba Road and were faced with the critical and confronting scenes.
A Facebook post by FRNSW Station 286 said firefighters worked through the night, completing their duties about 3.30am Wednesday.
"Due to the severity of the accident and the condition of the roadway, the scene was handed over to NSW Police, Towamba Road remained closed overnight and was reopened later this morning once it was deemed safe for public use," they posted on the brigade's Facebook page.
Eden Fire and Rescue also had something to say about the social media commentary that spread quickly following initial reports of the crash.
"Following the incident, some [Station] 286 Eden members raised concerns about insensitive commentary posted in a local Facebook group.
"A young community member, recognising the emotional toll on those affected, respectfully requested the group administrator to remove the post, this was actioned promptly.
"FRNSW 286 Eden extends its thanks to the group administrators for their discretion and community awareness.
"We remind the public that those involved in this tragic accident are not just names on a page, they are people with families, friends, and loved ones who are now facing immense emotional and psychological challenges in the days and weeks ahead.
"As investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing and led by NSW Police, we urge everyone to consider the human impact before posting speculation or commentary online. If you wouldn't say it directly to those involved or their families, please think twice before sharing it publicly.
The members of Eden FRNSW Station 286 also expressed their sincere condolences to the family and friends of those involved.
"To the families, friends, and the broader community affected by this tragic incident.
"Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with you during this incredibly difficult time. We understand that no words can ease the pain of such a loss, but please know that our hearts are with you.
"To those who were injured, we extend our sincere wishes for a full and speedy recovery. We hope for strength and healing in the days ahead.
"To the members of the public who selflessly stopped to aid at the scene, your actions are deeply appreciated and do not go unnoticed.
"Stay safe and please take care."
A young boy is dead and a girl is in a serious condition in hospital following a tragic crash in southern NSW.
About 4.10pm May 13, emergency services were called to Towamba Road, Nullica, 10km south-west of Eden after a dual-cab utility and Kenworth tipper truck collided.
A six-year-old boy, who had been a passenger in the utility, died at the scene.
The driver, a 31-year-old man, and two girls - aged two and eight - in the same vehicle, suffered multiple injuries.
The driver was airlifted to Canberra Hospital while the two girls were airlifted to Sydney Children's Hospital.
In a statement to media on May 14, Detective Inspector Jason Hogan of the Crash Investigation Unit, said one of the girls was being treated by specialists at Randwick in a "serious but stable" condition.
All three surviving ute occupants remained in hospital as of noon May 14.
The driver of the truck, aged 52, was taken to South-East Regional Hospital at Bega for mandatory testing and to be treated for the effects of shock. He had since been released," Detective Inspector Hogan said.
"The circumstances will be investigated by the Crash Investigation Unit for a full and detailed account of what happened," he said.
"It's a road that runs about 10km southwest of Eden, a thoroughfare through state forest. The reasons a car and truck were in that area will be part of the investigation.
"We have nothing to suggest the road conditions were dangerous."
Detective Inspector Hogan said the crash was "a terrible tragedy that we need to avoid".
As inquiries continue, police were appealing for anyone with information or dashcam footage of the crash, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Eden Fire and Rescue NSW members, alongside multiple first responder agencies, attended the crash on Towamba Road and were faced with the critical and confronting scenes.
A Facebook post by FRNSW Station 286 said firefighters worked through the night, completing their duties about 3.30am Wednesday.
"Due to the severity of the accident and the condition of the roadway, the scene was handed over to NSW Police, Towamba Road remained closed overnight and was reopened later this morning once it was deemed safe for public use," they posted on the brigade's Facebook page.
Eden Fire and Rescue also had something to say about the social media commentary that spread quickly following initial reports of the crash.
"Following the incident, some [Station] 286 Eden members raised concerns about insensitive commentary posted in a local Facebook group.
"A young community member, recognising the emotional toll on those affected, respectfully requested the group administrator to remove the post, this was actioned promptly.
"FRNSW 286 Eden extends its thanks to the group administrators for their discretion and community awareness.
"We remind the public that those involved in this tragic accident are not just names on a page, they are people with families, friends, and loved ones who are now facing immense emotional and psychological challenges in the days and weeks ahead.
"As investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing and led by NSW Police, we urge everyone to consider the human impact before posting speculation or commentary online. If you wouldn't say it directly to those involved or their families, please think twice before sharing it publicly.
The members of Eden FRNSW Station 286 also expressed their sincere condolences to the family and friends of those involved.
"To the families, friends, and the broader community affected by this tragic incident.
"Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with you during this incredibly difficult time. We understand that no words can ease the pain of such a loss, but please know that our hearts are with you.
"To those who were injured, we extend our sincere wishes for a full and speedy recovery. We hope for strength and healing in the days ahead.
"To the members of the public who selflessly stopped to aid at the scene, your actions are deeply appreciated and do not go unnoticed.
"Stay safe and please take care."