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- Emergency services were called to the Pacific Highway on Monday morning
- Police have begun an investigation into the cause of the incident
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By CHARLOTTE MCINTYRE FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA
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Two people have died and four others have been taken to hospital after three vehicles collided on the Pacific Highway on Monday morning.
The collision between a Nissan SUV, a Toyota Landcruiser, which was pulling a caravan and a prime mover took place on NSW mid north coast.
Following reports of a crash, emergency services were called at about 9.50am to the northbound lane of the M1 Motorway, near Nabiac about 30km south of Taree.
Two people who were travelling in the Nissan SUV died at the scene and have yet to be identified.
Manning-Great Lakes Police have said a black chihuahua that was traveling in the SUV was uninjured and is believed to still be in the surrounding area.
A 42-year-old man, who was driving the Toyota Landcruiser, and three passengers – a woman aged 43 and two children aged 8 and 9 sustained injuries in the collision.
They were treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to John Hunter Hospital for further treatment.
The driver of the prime mover was uninjured and was taken to Manning Base Hospital for mandatory testing.
A Nissan SUV, a Toyota Landcruiser, which was pulling a caravan and a prime mover collided (pictured)
Emergency services were called at about 9.50am to the northbound lane of the M1 Motorway, near Nabiac about 30km south of Taree (pictured)
Local MP Tanya Thompson shared the news of the ‘heartbreaking’ collision on Facebook.
‘Emergency services are responding to a two-car crash on the Pacific Highway near Crokers Rd, Nabiac,’ she wrote.
‘Sadly, there have been multiple fatalities confirmed, and other occupants have been transported to hospital.
‘My thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families, friends, and first responders affected by this heartbreaking incident.’
Sharing their condolences, one commented: ‘My thoughts to those affected, their families and emergency services. Such sad news.’
‘Terrible news indeed thoughts are with all involved including the Emergency Services,’ another added.
Manning-Great Lakes Police have asked anyone who may have dashcam footage or information about the incident to get in touch.
Officers are also trying to find the black chihuahua that answers to the name Armani that left the scene uninjured following the collision.
Anyone one who may have witnessed the incident or have any information is being urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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