Fatal traffic crash, Cherwell

Police are investigating a fatal traffic crash that occurred this morning at Cherwell, north of Howard.

Initial investigations suggest that at around 5.40am, a car and a truck collided on the Bruce Highway around 15kms north of Howard.

The sole occupant of the car, a 29-year-old woman, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver of the truck has been transported to hospital and being treated for minor injuries.

The Bruce Highway is currently closed in both directions and there are diversions in place via Biggenden.

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.

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