General News
23 July, 2025
Road fatality in Simpson
COLAC Highway Patrol officers are investigating a fatal crash in Simpson which occurred Sunday morning.
Western District Newspapers understands a vehicle crashed into several trees near Tomahawk Creek Road about 3.10am.
The yet-to-be formally identified 24-year-old male driver died at the scene.
A 22-year-old male passenger was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
Police are working to establish the circumstances surrounding the crash.
There have been 175 lives lost on roads this year, compared to 157 lives lost on roads this time last year.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam footage or any other information that could assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
For the current provisional lives lost tally please see https://www.police.vic.gov.au/road-safety.
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