Girl dies after Eureka collision

A 12-year-old pedestrian struck by a vehicle earlier this month in Eureka has died.

Emergency services were called to reports a car had struck a pedestrian on Eureka Street just before 8.30am on 13 March.

The girl was airlifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries where she passed-away on 23 March.

The driver of the car, a 35-year-old female, was not injured and stopped at the scene.

The investigation into the circumstances of the collision is 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

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