Gunnedah: Tributes shared for Indonesian couple Jhon Ericson and his partner Vica after they died in a crash on Kamilaroi Hwy

A young couple killed in a horror triple-fatality in the state’s northwest are being remembered as “true lovebirds” who had moved to Australia for a better life. Read the latest here.

Vica and Jhon Ericson tragically died in a crash with their friend while travelling to work. Photo: Supplied.

A young couple killed in a tragic early morning crash on their way to work have been remembered as “beautiful” people who moved to Australia for a better life.

Emergency services were called to the Kamilaroi Hwy, near Gunnedah, about 6.30am on Wednesday, following reports of a single-vehicle crash.

Three backseat passengers, Jhon Ericson, his partner Vica and their friend were declared dead at the scene while a female front seat passenger was flown to John Hunter Hospital in a serious condition after paramedics treated her for internal injuries.

The 24-year-old male driver was taken to Tamworth Hospital for minor injuries and mandatory testing.

It is understood the passengers had recently moved to the region from Indonesia and were travelling to Baiada Poultry Factory for work.

Jhon Ericson and his girlfriend Vica tragically died in a crash near Gunnedah early on Wednesday morning. Photo: Supplied.

Mr Ericson’s sister Desy Permata Sari told The Dubbo News her family was “devastated” when they heard the news.

She remembered the couple as “true love birds” who would be deeply missed.

The young couple moved to Australia a few months ago for a better life. Photo: Supplied.

“John was a very good brother, we will miss him very much,” Ms Sari said.

Shocked family and friends from the regional NSW and the wider Indonesian community took to social media after the crash, offering their condolences to the young couple.

“Rest in peace beautiful souls,” one woman wrote.

Another friend wrote for the couple to “live happily together forever”.

Vica and Jhon Ericson tragically died on their way to work. Photo: Supplied.

Oxley Police District officers have commenced an investigation with the assistance of specialist officers attached to the crash investigation unit.

As inquiries continue police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash – or has any available dashcam footage – to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

A report will be prepared for the information of the coroner.

Baiada was contacted for comment.