Ford Ranger Crashes Into Pole, Passenger Killed
Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a fatal crash in Laverton North that occurred late last night 13th February.
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Emergency services responded to reports of a three-vehicle collision at the intersection of Dohertys and Fitzgerald roads at approximately 10:10 pm.
It is believed a black Ford Ranger, travelling eastbound on Fitzgerald Road, collided with a silver Mitsubishi wagon that was travelling south on Dohertys Road. The impact caused the Ford to crash into a traffic signal pole before coming to rest against a stationary grey Volkswagen wagon.
A rear passenger from the Ford, a 48-year-old Tarneit man died at the scene. A front-seat passenger in the same vehicle was uninjured. The driver of the Ford, a 33-year-old Tarneit man was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
The drivers of both the Mitsubishi and Volkswagen, who were the sole occupants of their respective vehicles, were not injured.
The circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation.
Investigators are urging anyone with dash cam footage or who may have witnessed the crash to come forward. Information can be provided to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
