Today, around 10 am, a fatal traffic incident occurred on Leakes Road near the intersection with Derrimut Road, Tarneit, involving a truck and a cyclist. The collision led to the death of the cyclist, whose identity has not been disclosed pending notification of family members.
Following the incident, a bicycle was found lodged under the truck, and emergency services were called to the scene. Leakes Road has been closed to eastbound traffic to facilitate an investigation by the police, though Derrimut Road remains open.
Police are currently on the scene, conducting an investigation into the cause of the accident. There have been no reports of eyewitness accounts at this stage. Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area and to use alternative routes until further notice.
The incident highlights the importance of road safety and the need for awareness among all road users. Further information will be provided by the police as their investigation progresses.
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