Man critical after two-vehicle crash in Grafton

A rider has been flown to hospital in critical condition after he crashed his motorbike into a car in the state’s north. Here’s the latest on the horror smash.

The rider was flown to Gold Coast University Hospital in a critical condition.

A motorcyclist is in critical condition after he crashed his bike into a car in the state’s north.

NSW Ambulance paramedics were called to reports of a crash between a motorcycle and car at the intersection of Mary and Bacon streets in Grafton, near Grafton Public School, about 5.40am on Tuesday.

The 38-year-old motorbike rider was treated at the scene for critical head, chest and limb injuries.

The crash occurred at the intersection of Mary and Bacon streets in Grafton. Picture: Supplied

He was taken by to Grafton Hospital by ambulance before he was flown to Gold Coast University Hospital by the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service in a critical condition.

The chopper’s critical care team provided further treatment on the way to the more well-equipped Queensland hospital.

The man suffered horrific injuries in the crash. File image. Picture: Alison Paterson

The 48-year-old man driving the sedan did not suffer physical injuries.

He was taken to Grafton Hospital for mandatory alcohol and drug testing.

Coffs-Clarence Police District police officers have been assisted by specialist police as they investigate the crash.

Know more? Phone Policelink on 131 444.

Originally published as Man critical after two-vehicle crash in Grafton