Double fatal crash near Young, NSW

Two people have died following a single-vehicle crash near Young this morning, NSW Police say.

Just before 2.30am (Saturday 28 July 2018), emergency services were called to Currawong Road, Kingsvale, approximately 28km south of Young, following reports a vehicle had left the road, struck a power pole and caught alight.

Fire & Rescue NSW attended and extinguished the blaze, however the driver and passenger died at the scene.

Their identities are not yet known.

Officers from The Hume Police District established a crime scene and have launched an investigation into the incident.

A number of traffic diversions are in place and motorists should check www.livetraffic.com for updates.

A report will now be prepared for the Coroner.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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