Young man dies in Kariong crash

An investigation is underway after a man died following a crash at Kariong on Thursday, October 26.

Emergency services were called to Woy Woy Rd at about 3.25pm following reports of a two-vehicle crash.

Officers from Brisbane Water Police District found a Toyota Hiace and Volkswagen Amarok had collided.

The driver of the Hiace was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics but died at the scene.

He is yet to be formally identified but is believed to be aged in his 20s.

The driver of the Amarok was taken to Gosford Hospital for the treatment of injuries believed to be non-life-threatening.

A crime scene was declared and investigations are underway into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

As inquiries continue, police are searching for the driver of a grey Toyota sedan, who was seen driving away from the scene at the time of the incident.

Police are urging anyone with information or dashcam footage to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Woy Woy Rd, between Central Coast Hwy and Tommos Loop Firetrail was closed in both directions for some time after the accident.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or nsw.crimestoppers.com.au

Source:
NSW Police