Police had to evacuate a Dapto home after it was struck by a car. Photo: Michelle Kroll.
A man has died in a single-vehicle crash in Dapto on Tuesday (11 March).
A NSW Police spokesperson said emergency services were called to the intersection of Robert and Joan streets in Dapto at about 5 pm following reports of a crash.
“Officers attached to Lake Illawarra Police District attended and found a vehicle had crashed into a house,” the NSW Police spokesperson said.
“The driver – a man believed to be aged in his 60s – was trapped in his vehicle; however, he died at the scene.
“He is yet to be formally identified.
“The residents of the home were evacuated due to a gas leak as a result of the crash. The leak has since been cleared.
“There were no other reports of injuries.”
A crime scene has been established and investigations have commenced into the circumstances of the crash.
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
As inquiries continue, anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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