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The Canberra Times
The Canberra Times
National
Kathryn Lewis

Man dies following two-truck crash near Yass

A man has died after two B-double trucks collided near Yass overnight.

Emergency services were called to the Hume Highway near Bowning about 10.15pm Thursday after reports two trucks travelling southbound had crashed.

One of the drivers died at the scene and has not yet been formally identified.

Officers from The Hume Police District established a crime scene, which will be examined by specialist forensic police.

As inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash continue, anyone who may have dashcam footage or information are urged to contact Yass Police Station on 6226 9399 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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

The southbound lanes of the Hume Highway between Lachlan Valley Way and Bowning Road was closed overnight as the scene was cleared.

A man has died after two B-double trucks collided near Yass. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos
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