Man, 28, critical after four-car crash on the Lyell Highway at Sorell Creek

The crash occurred about 10.25am at Sorell Creek.

Senior Constable Richard Keygan said the driver of a green Nissan Pulsar traveling south collided with a northbound Toyota Hilux, while on a left hand corner.

“The impact caused the Toyota to veer off the road and into a shallow waterway,” Senior Constable Keygan said. 

“The Pulsar has continued on to collide with two other oncoming vehicles, a silver Toyota Camry station wagon and red Mitsubishi ASX station wagon.”

State Emergency Service crews had to cut the Pulsar’s driver free following the crash.

He underwent surgery at the Royal Hobart Hospital. 

“The 27-year-old Howrah man driving the Toyota utlity was transported to hospital with a suspected shoulder injury,” Senior Constable Keygan said. 

“The 22-year-old New Norfolk man driving the Toyota Camry was uninjured.

“The 60-year-old male driver of the Mitsubishi ASX, who is from the United Kingdom, and his wife were transported to hospital and remain there for observations.”

Blood tests for drugs and alcohol were performed on all drivers involved. 

The Lyell Highway between Granton and New Norfolk was closed for five hours while forensics and crash investigation services examined the scene, and to allow for the vehicles to be removed.

Investigations are continuing. 

Police would like to speak with anyone who saw the green Nissan Pulsar driving between New Norfolk and Sorell Creek, prior to the crash.

Information can be provided to New Norfolk police, anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online.