Man dies after farm accident at Wagga Wagga

A man has died following a single vehicle accident at The Rock, just south of Wagga Wagga.

Shortly after 5.30pm (Tuesday 23 July 2019), emergency services were called to Vincents Road, The Rock, following reports a 74-year-old man was found lying next to a utility vehicle.

The scene was attended by NSW Ambulance paramedics and officers attached to Riverina Police District.

A 74-year-old man sustained serious injuries and died at the scene.

Police believe the man sustained his injuries while trying to stop the vehicle from rolling down the hill.

A report has been prepared for the information of the Coroner.

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