A major car crash in Sydney’s west has caused chaos for commuters during the morning rush hour.
Four cars collided on Richmond Road in Berkshire, a suburb near Penrith about 55 kilometres west of central Sydney, at 6am on Tuesday.
Two vehicles collided head-on, trapping a female occupant after being crushed. Another driver was seriously injured.
NSW Ambulance paramedics are at the scene treating those involved.
Long delays are expected in both north and southbound directions, and motorists are urged to avoid the area while emergency services arrive at the scene.
Part of Richmond Road is currently closed.
Motorists are advised to use Llandilo Road, Second Avenue, Eighth Avenue, South Creek Road, White Road, Shane Park Road, Stony Creek Road and St Mary’s Road as alternative routes.
More to come.