Fatal two-vehicle crash at Sanctuary Drive, Rouse Hill

A man has died after a two-vehicle crash in Sanctuary Drive, Rouse Hill, at about 7:00 PM on Tuesday, 9 April 2024, the Hills Police Area Command reported.

According to NSW Police, emergency services were called to the crash scene following reports of a bus and car colliding.

“NSW Ambulance paramedics treated a passenger in the car – a man believed to be aged in his 60s – however, he died at the scene,” the report said.

“The driver – a 40-year-old man – was trapped before being released by Fire and Rescue NSW. He was treated for minor injuries before being taken to Westmead Hospital in a stable condition.” 

On the other hand, three other passengers—a woman aged in her 60s, a 39-year-old woman and a 4-year-old child—were taken to Westmead Hospital in a stable condition.

The 61-year-old male bus driver was uninjured and taken to Blacktown Hospital for mandatory testing.

The Hills Police Area Command officers established a crime scene, and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash is underway.

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

At 12:30 PM, 10 April, the Police will address the media following the crash.

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.