A cyclist has died after a car collided with a group of riders.
Emergency services were called to Long Swamp Rd in Armidale about 3.30pm on Saturday following reports of a crash.
One of the cyclists – who is yet to be formally identified – died at the scene, while three others were treated for injuries at the scene.
A woman in her 40s is in critical condition, according to NSW Ambulance. Picture: NewsWire / Monique Harmer
A fire crew responded after the car hit a tree following its collision with cyclists. Source: ABC New England North West
Police said the driver collided with the group of cyclists before hitting a tree.
The car caught on fire in the hours following the incident.
A female driver in her 40s was trapped in the car before being released by first responders. Ambulance NSW confirmed she was in critical condition and also treated on scene.
A crime scene has been established, and Long Swamp Road, near the Edwards Road intersection, will remain closed until Sunday for police investigations.
Police are urging anyone with information or dashcam footage is urged to contact police.