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Head-on crash sends woman to hospital in critical condition

A woman in her 30s suffered head and limb injuries in a head-on crash on Richmond Road. She is in critical condition.

A female driver in her 30s was in a head-on crash on Richmond Road in Berkshire Park and is fighting for her life. Emergency services freed her from a Mazda sedan.

The sedan hit a Ford Ranger ute and a Kia Sportage just before noon. She was treated for head and limb injuries.

She was taken to Westmead Hospital in critical condition. The Ranger driver was believed to be in his 30s.

He was unhurt. The female Kia driver was unhurt.

Police closed Richmond Road while investigating the cause. All lanes have since reopened to traffic.

30s
Critical patient age
Richmond Road, Berkshire Park
Collision location
Westmead Hospital
Hospital
Just before 12pm
Crash time

Why it mattersA major Sydney road was blocked briefly. The woman's recovery depends on quick emergency care.

AustraliaRichmond Road in Berkshire Park affects Sydney commuters; the crash underscores road safety risks on local routes.

Corroborated by7news.com.au

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