14 April 2025

Man dies in Barrack Heights crash

| Zoe Cartwright
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Police are investigating after a man died on Shellharbour Road over the weekend. Photo: pattilabelle.

A man has died following a crash at Barrack Heights on Sunday.

A NSW Police spokesperson said emergency services were called to Shellharbour Road, Barrack Heights, about 7:30 pm on Sunday (13 April), following reports that a pedestrian was struck by a car.

NSW Ambulance paramedics treated the pedestrian, a 40-year-old man. However, he died at the scene.

The driver of the car, a man aged 28, was taken to Shellharbour Hospital for mandatory testing.

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NSW Police established a crime scene and have begun an investigation into the incident.

A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Information is managed on a confidential basis.

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