Three people have died, and one person is in critical condition following a head-on collision between two SUVs in the Armidale area.
Emergency services were called to New England Highway, Armidale, about 6.50pm on Saturday following reports of a crash.
Officers found a black Holden SUV and a silver Mazda SUV, both damaged due to the collision.
The driver of the Holden, a 27-year-old man, and his passenger, a 27-year-old woman, died at the scene, along with a 41-year-old man who was the Mazda driver.
The front seat passenger of the Mazda – a 34-year-old woman – was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to Armidale Hospital in a critical condition.
A crime scene has been established and an investigation commenced. A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
Anyone with information or dash cam footage about this incident is urged to contact New England Police District or Crime Stoppers.