A driver has died after a single vehicle crash in the state’s Hunter Valley this morning.
Shortly after 5am (Saturday 26 October 2024), emergency services responded to a report a vehicle had crashed into a tree along Maitland Road, Cessnock.
The 46-year-old male driver – and sole occupant of the vehicle – died at the scene.
Officers from Hunter Valley Police District have commenced an investigation and will prepare a report for the information of the Coroner.
Local traffic diversions are in place and motorists are urged to avoid the area.