Fatal collision in Melton South

Published:
Saturday 18 April 2026 at 6:31 pm

A child has died following a collision in Melton South this afternoon.

It’s understood a car collided with the boy on Cardigan Close about 5.15pm.

The driver stopped at the scene and is assisting police with their enquiries.

The circumstances surrounding the collision are yet to be established and the investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, with footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or anonymously at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

For the current provisional Lives Lost tally please see - https://www.police.vic.gov.au/road-safety

Katherine McLeod

Media Unit

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