A MAN has died in hospital following a crash in Toormina last month.

Emergency services were called to Sawtell Road, Toormina, just after 7.15am on Thursday, 10 November 2022, following reports of a crash involving a garbage truck and cyclist.

NSW Ambulance paramedics attended and treated the cyclist, a 72-year-old man, for leg injuries.

He was taken to Coffs Harbour Base Hospital in a critical condition before being airlifted to Gold Coast University Hospital.

The truck driver, a 28-year-old man, was taken to Coffs Harbour Base Hospital for mandatory testing.

Officers from Coffs/Clarence Police District have commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

On Wednesday, 23 November 2022, police were advised the man had died in hospital.

A report will be prepared for the Coroner.

As inquiries continue into the crash, police are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has dash cam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.