A woman aged in her 80s died and another two women were hospitalised after two vehicles travelling on Budgewoi Rd collided head-on on April 12.
Just after 11am emergency services were called to Budgewoi following reports of a crash between a Volkswagen Golf and a Toyota Corolla.
Despite the efforts of NSW Ambulance paramedics, the female passenger of the Toyota died at the scene.
The driver of the Volkswagen, a 43-year-old woman, and the driver of the Toyota, a 62-year-old woman, were taken to John Hunter Hospital, both in a serious condition.
Officers from Tuggerah Lakes Police District established a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Traffic was at standstill for hours while about 3km of Budgewoi Rd from Ourringo Rd to Elizabeth Dr was closed while police continued their investigation.
As inquiries continue, anyone with information or dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Source:
NSW Police