A man has died in a fiery head-on crash on Heathcote Road on Wednesday afternoon.
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The accident happened about 2.30pm near Sandy Point when a car and cement truck collided.
Police have confirmed the male driver of the car, which caught alight after impact, died at the scene.
He has yet to be formally identified.
A NSW Police spokesperson said the truck driver was taken to Liverpool Hospital with a minor hand injury.
He will also undergo mandatory blood and urine testing.
As of 9pm, Heathcote Road remains closed in both directions.
Liverpool City Police Area Command officers have established a crime scene and are investigating what caused the crash.
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
Diversions
Westbound: New Illawarra Rd, Alfords Point Rd, Davies Rd, Fairford Rd, and use M5 Mwy or Canterbury Rd and Newbridge Rd to rejoin Heathcote Rd.
Eastbound: M5 Mwy or Newbridge Rd and Canterbury Rd, Fairford Rd, Davies Rd, Alfords Point Rd, New Illawarra Rd to rejoin Heathcote Rd.
This diversion is suitable for all vehicles. Local residents only will be allowed access under police direction.
With smh.com.au
Joshua Bartlett
A sporting fanatic who is keen to promote all codes in the Illawarra and abroad. Mercury's chief football reporter.
A sporting fanatic who is keen to promote all codes in the Illawarra and abroad. Mercury's chief football reporter.
