3 March 2026

Man dead in Dapto crash

| By Zoe Cartwright
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A cyclist is dead after a crash on the Princes Highway. Photo: pattilabelle.

A man has died following a crash in Dapto on Monday afternoon.

A NSW Police spokesperson said at about 4:25 pm on Monday (2 March), emergency services were called to Princes Highway, Dapto, following reports of a crash.

“Officers attached to Lake Illawarra Police District attended and were told a cyclist and a bus had crashed,” the NSW Police spokesperson said.

“NSW Ambulance paramedics treated the man, a cyclist, for serious injuries; however, he died at the scene.

“The driver of the bus was uninjured and will undergo mandatory testing.

“There were no reports of any injured passengers.”

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Police have established a crime scene and begun inquiries into the circumstances of the crash.

As inquiries continue, anyone with information, CCTV or dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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