A man has died in hospital following a two-vehicle crash at Tuckombil, northeast of Wollongbar, last week.

Just after 3.30pm on Monday, 4 November 2024, emergency services were called to Teven Road, Tuckombil, near Ballina, following reports of a two-vehicle crash.

Officers attached to Richmond Police District attended and found a Hyundai Venue and a Nissan Juke had collided.

An 87-year-old man, who was a passenger in the Hyundai, suffered a medical episode as a result of the crash.

He was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being airlifted to Gold Coast University Hospital.

The driver of the Hyundai – a 62-year-old woman – and her second passenger – an 87-year-old woman – were treated at the scene for minor injuries before being taken to Lismore Base Hospital.

The 62-year-old driver of the Nissan also suffered minor injuries.

The 87-year-old man was later transferred to Lismore Base Hospital, where he died yesterday (Monday 11 November 2024).

Officers attached to the Crash Investigation Unit commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

As inquiries are ongoing, police would like anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.

Anyone with information that may assist investigators 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.