Motorist dies in Fern Hill crash

A man has died after the vehicle he was driving crashed into a tree in Fern Hill today.

Police were called to the Chanters Lane scene, near Ashbourne Road, after a motorist came across the crashed vehicle just before 9.30am.

The driver and sole occupant of the vehicle, believed to be a man aged in his 60s, sadly died at the scene.

Macedon Ranges Highway Patrol members 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

Media Unit

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