Burrungule, SA — Authorities have confirmed that a 94-year-old local woman has tragically died following a serious crash at the intersection of Dixons Road and Carpenter Rocks Road this afternoon.
The incident occurred at approximately 2:05 p.m., prompting a rapid emergency response from the Country Fire Service (CFS), State Emergency Service (SES), South Australia Police (SAPOL), and SA Ambulance Service. Upon arrival, crews found that a Holden sedan and a Toyota ute had collided under circumstances that remain under investigation.
Sadly, the driver of the Holden sedan — the elderly Burrungule resident — was pronounced deceased at the scene despite efforts from first responders.
The 20-year-old woman from Mount Gambier who was driving the Toyota ute sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for further assessment.
Major Crash Investigators are en route to Mount Gambier before making their way to the scene to conduct a detailed examination of the crash site. They will be working to determine the sequence of events and any contributing factors that may have led to the fatal collision.
Road closures are currently in place on Carpenter Rocks Road, with authorities urging motorists to avoid the area to allow emergency services and investigators to work safely and without interruption.
Police have extended their condolences to the family and friends of the deceased, acknowledging the profound loss to the local community.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage from the area at the time is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or submit information online .
If you’d like, I can also prepare a community tribute version of this that focuses more on the 94-year-old woman’s life and connection to Burrungule. That would make it more personal and reflective rather than purely a crash report.
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