28-year-old dies after weekend crash in Hunter Valley
A young motorcyclist has died in the Hunter Valley after colliding with a tree. Here’s the latest.
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A motorcyclist has died in the state’s Hunter Valley region after colliding with a tree.
The man’s motorcycle left the road and crashed into a tree at around 10.50am on Sunday at Putty Rd, Howes Valley — about 40kms southwest of Singleton.
NSW Ambulance paramedics treated the 28-year-old rider, however he succumbed to his injuries and died at the scene.
Hunter Valley Police District have established a crime scene at the site and have commenced an investigation into the fatal crash.
The police will prepare a report for the Coroner.
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