Fatal single-vehicle crash near Orange 16 March

A man has died following a single-vehicle crash in the state's central west overnight.

About 1.30am (Wednesday 16 March 2022), emergency services responded to reports of a single-vehicle crash on Millthorpe Road, near the intersection of Floyd Road, Shadforth, about 15km east of Orange.

Police attended and found a Holden Commodore utility had crashed into a tree.

The driver and sole occupant – believed to be a 23-year-old man who is yet to be formally identified – died at the scene.

Officers from Central West Police District established a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

As inquiries continue, anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or who has dashcam footage of the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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