Police investigating fatal crash in Rowville

Police said it is believed a truck travelling west on Wellington Road collided with a vehicle turning right onto Wellington Road from Braeburn Parade just before 9am. PICTURE: ROB CAREW

Police have confirmed they are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision in Rowville on the morning of Thursday 11 January.

It is believed a truck travelling west on Wellington Road collided with a vehicle turning right onto Wellington Road from Braeburn Parade just before 9am.

The male driver of the vehicle died at the scene.

“It is believed the truck also collided with two other vehicles, before a third vehicle was damaged after a traffic light pole fell on it,” police said.

“The occupants of these vehicles were not injured.

“The male truck driver stopped at the scene and was not injured.”

The man is currently assisting police with their enquiries.

The circumstances surrounding the collision are yet to be established and the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the collision, with dashcam footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestoppersvic.com.au

The current provisional lives lost tally can be found at police.vic.gov.au/road-safety-0