Fatal crash in Wangaratta

Police are investigating a fatal single vehicle crash in Wangaratta this morning.

It is understood the vehicle has reversed from a driveway across Rowan Street and struck a tree around 11.30am.

The driver and only occupant, an 80-year-old Wangaratta woman, was critically injured in the crash and was transported to hospital but has died.

Police are working to establish the exact circumstances of the crash.

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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