A teenage driver has died in hospital in a tragic aftermath to a single-vehicle crash in the Hunter last week.
Emergency services were called to Leggetts Drive, Pelaw Main, 2km south of Kurri Kurri, about 3.45pm on Tuesday 10 March following reports of an accident.
On arrival, officers attached to Hunter Valley Police District located a lone vehicle, which had smashed into a power pole.
An 18-year-old man was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to John Hunter Hospital in a critical condition.
Police also started an investigation into the circumstances of the crash.
Then, about 8.15am on Sunday 15 March, officers received notification that he had passed away as a result of his injuries.
Police will prepare a report for the information of the Coroner.
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