Media release

Fatal Crash – Wickham Point – Darwin

Police

The Territory road toll has risen to 13 following the death of a man at Wickham Point this afternoon.

Police responded to reports of a two vehicle crash near the corner of Wickham Point and Channel Island Roads about 12.30pm.

Early investigations indicate a Toyota Camry being driven by a 26-year-old male has lost control and crossed into the path of an oncoming Nissan Navara ute.

The driver of the Camry died at the scene. The driver of the Navara was treated for minor injuries.

Major Crash detectives are investigating, and the road remains closed.

The road toll at the same time last year was 18.