An investigation has been launched after a man in his 80s was fatally struck by a van near Cessnock early Friday evening.
Police and emergency services were called to Aberdare Road at Aberdare about 5.45pm on June 14 to reports a pedestrian had been injured in a crash.
Hunter Valley police said they arrived to find a Hyundai iLoad van had struck a man.
Despite the efforts of paramedics and first responders, the man died on the way to hospital.
A crime scene was established, and an investigation has been launched into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The Cessnock District Rescue Squad was called in to assist the police crash investigation unit at the scene.
"Our squad was activated to assist police by providing lighting to an incident that occurred in Aberdare," a statement from the volunteer rescue squad said.
"Our volunteers used our impressive lighting system which aided police in carrying out their investigations. Our crew remained on scene until approximately 12.30am."
The driver of the vehicle, a 64-year-old man, was taken to hospital for mandatory testing.
As inquiries continue, anyone with information, CCTV, dashcam footage related to this incident is urged to contact Cessnock Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
