MCIU Investigation
Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a fatal collision in Lysterfield last night. Two vehicles collided head-on on Lysterfield Road, north of Wellington Road, about 11pm.
Crash claims Driver, passenger Airlifted
Despite the best efforts of emergency services to revive the female driver of one vehicle, she was declared deceased at the scene.
An Ambulance landed in Wally Tew Reserve. A male passenger from the second vehicle was airlifted to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Driver under Police Guard
The driver in the same vehicle sustained minor injuries and was taken to hospital under police guard. The exact circumstances surrounding the collision are being investigated.
Crime Stoppers
Anyone who witnessed the incident, with footage or any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
Road Toll Update
For the current provisional lives lost tally please see – https://www.police.vic.gov.au/road-safety