Emergency services remain at the scene of a fatal two-truck crash in Sydney’s south west this morning.
About 6.30am today officers attached to Campbelltown City Police Area Command were called to southbound on the Hume Highway, Blair Athol, following reports of a crash.
Emergency services attended and found two trucks had collided, before one truck ignited in flames.
Fire and Rescue NSW officers attended and extinguished the blaze.
NSW Police said one driver died at the scene and is yet to be formally identified.
NSW Ambulance paramedics have treated the second driver at the scene for various injuries before being taken to hospital.
A crime scene has been established and officers from the Crash Investigation Unit have commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
All southbound lanes of the Hume Motorway are closed at Blair Athol, near Campbelltown and surrounding local roads are being impacted. Diversions are in place and suitable for all vehicles. For more information visit www.livetraffic.com.
A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.
As inquiries continue, anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has dashcam or CCTV footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
UPDATE – 10.30am: Sadly, NSW Police now report that one of the drivers has died.