Fatal collision in Bendigo

Emergency services responded to a fatal collision in Bendigo this morning

A truck has collided with a pedestrian on High Street just after 8.30am.

A passerby commenced CPR, but the 15-year-old Bendigo boy has died at the scene.

The truck driver was not injured and is assisting police.

The exact circumstances of the collision are being determined with investigations ongoing at the scene

Police requested people seek alternative routes whilst emergency services are still working at the scene.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, with CCTV/dashcam footage or any 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

Belinda Batty

Media Unit

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