Fatal crash in Rocklands

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal crash in Rocklands this morning.

Emergency services were called to reports a truck had crashed into a tree off the Henty Highway about 11am.

The driver and sole occupant of the vehicle, who is yet-to-be formally identified, died at the scene.

The exact circumstances surrounding the crash are yet to be determined and an investigation is ongoing.

Henty Highway is closed in both directions between Dunkeld-Cavendish Road and Western Highway/Henty Highway intersection in Horsham.

Anyone who witnessed the crash, has CCTV or dashcam footage, or anyone with information 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

Katherine McLeod

Media Unit

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