Man dies following crash in Minimay

Published:
Wednesday 15 April 2026 at 12:17 pm

A man has died following a truck crash in Minimay.

Emergency services were called to the scene after a motorist found the stationary truck, crashed into a tree, on Kaniva Edenhope Road on 13 April about 1.15pm.

The 58-year-driver from South Australia sadly died at the scene.

Police will investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash and prepare a report for the Coroner.

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

Sergeant Julie-Anne Newman

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