POLICE and paramedics have raced to the scene of a fatal crash on Sunday morning.
Just before 7.30am emergency services were called to Wakefield Road, Ryhope to reports a Toyota and a Hyundai had collided head-on, trapping both drivers.
The collision killed the male driver and sole occupant of the Hyundai.
The male driver of the Toyota was freed from the wreckage and was treated by paramedics at the scene before being taken to John Hunter Hospital suffering leg injuries. He will also undergo mandatory testing.
Officers from Lake Macquarie have established a crime scene with officers from the Crash Investigation Unit attending to assist.
Wakefield Road will remain closed between Archery Road and Cessnock Road for some time and motorists are advised to avoid the area.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au.
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