A truck driver has died after his vehicle crashed into a tree in the state's Hunter Valley earlier today.
Just before 9.00am (Thursday 9 April 2026), emergency services were called to Mirannie Road, Mirannie, near Singleton, following reports of a crash.
Officers attached to Hunter Valley Police District attended and found that a garbage truck had veered off the road and crashed into a tree, before rolling down a steep embankment.
The male driver is yet to be formally identified; however, is believed to be aged in his 40s.
Police established a crime scene and an investigation into the cause of the crash has commenced.
A report will be prepared for the information of the coroner.
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