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Forbes: Man, 85, dead after two-vehicle crash at Newell Highway-Wirrinya Rd

An elderly man has died following a two-vehicle crash on an intersection in the central west. Here’s the latest.

Newell Highway and Wirrinya Rd, Forbes. Photo: Google Maps
Newell Highway and Wirrinya Rd, Forbes. Photo: Google Maps

An elderly man has died after a two-vehicle crash on an intersection in the central west.

Emergency services responded to reports of a crash between a car and a truck about 4.45pm on Tuesday, at the intersection of the Newell Highway and Wirrinya Rd, Forbes.

The 85-year-old male car driver died at the scene.

The 26-year-old truck driver was taken to Forbes District Hospital for mandatory testing.

Central West Police District officers established a crime scene and started an investigation into the matter.

A report will be prepared for the coroner.

Original URL: https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/newslocal/dubbo/forbes-man-85-dead-after-twovehicle-crash-at-newell-highwaywirrinya-rd/news-story/038b89606ce8e8c9105d17ef222c361f