About A truck carrying a load of horses was travelling on Mogriguy Road near the intersection of McAnallays Road at Brocklehurst about 10.40am on Saturday.

The truck left the road and rolled into a culvert.

One of three men travelling in the truck has died. A man, believed to be aged in his 20s, was airlifted from the scene with suspected head and chest injuries.

The driver of the vehicle was taken to a hospital for further medical checks.

Police are working other government departments regarding the horses.

For the latest on road conditions motorists should check www.livetraffic.com.

Police are urging anyone with information in relation to this incident to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page.

Information you provide will be treated in the strictest of confidence.