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In short:
A car stolen from Werribee South has been involved in a fatal head-on collision in Toolern Vale. Two drivers died at the scene and police are investigating.
Werribee South car theft turns deadly
A car stolen from Werribee South has been involved in a fatal crash in Toolern Vale this morning.
Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives confirm the Holden Cruze was stolen sometime after 4.30pm yesterday before it was later spotted by State Highway Patrol Solo Unit officers on Diggers Rest-Coimadai Road.
Police say the vehicle was travelling at high speed when it collided head-on with another car about 9.50am. The drivers of both vehicles died at the scene and are yet to be formally identified.
A passenger in the stolen Holden was taken to hospital with minor injuries.
The exact circumstances of the collision are still being investigated. Professional Standards Command has been notified and will oversee the investigation, as is standard procedure.
Anyone who witnessed the crash, or who has CCTV or dashcam footage, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or lodge a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
