Fatal motorcycle crash in Newborough

Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash in Newborough this afternoon.

It is understood the rider was travelling from Shanahan Parade into Monash Road when he crashed into a fence just before 1pm.

The rider, a man in his late teens, died at the scene.

His pillion passenger, a teenage girl, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital.

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

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