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Camden Man Critical After Princes Highway Crash
Monday, 02 July 2012 08:05

ambulance rescue helicopter outside hanger Police are seeking witnesses to last night's crash on the Princes Highway between Berry and Kiama, which has left a man in a critical condition in a Sydney Hospital.

The crash happened about 9.15 last night when a Ford Courier ute driven by a 48 year old Camden man crossed to the wrong side of the road, just north of Gerringong.

A motorist travelling in the opposite direction managed to take evasive action, but not so lucky was a 59 year old Strathfield man , who was following behind .

His BMW collided with the ute, leaving both men trapped.

Police say the driver of the ute suffered serious head injuries and is in a critical condition after being flown by rescue chopper to  St George Hospital.

The Strathfield man was taken to Wollongong Hospital,  and is being treated for a suspected broken leg,

Anyone who saw the crash is asked to call Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.

 

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