Two men have died following a truck and car crash at Ferodale, near Port Stephens.
Emergency services were called to the intersection of the Pacific Highway and Medowie Road about 11.30am today (Tuesday 9 April 2019), after a sedan and truck collided.
The two male occupants of the car died at the scene. They haven't yet been formally identified.
The driver of the truck wasn't injured but has been taken to John Hunter Hospital for mandatory blood and urine testing.
Officers from Port Stephens-Hunter Police District have established a crime scene and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
As inquiries into the crash continue, motorists are urged to avoid the area as significant delays are expected. Visit www.livetraffic.com for details.
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.
