Motorist dies following Hamilton collision

Sadly, a woman has died in hospital following a two-car collision in Hamilton last week.

Emergency services were called to the Coleraine Road scene, at the intersection of the Coleraine Road slip lane, on Friday 19 June about 5.15pm.

The 83-year-old driver and sole occupant of one of the vehicles was taken to hospital in a life-threatening condition where sadly she succumbed to her injuries over the weekend.

The 25-year-old male driver of the other vehicle, who wasn’t injured, stopped at the scene to render assistance.

Hamilton Highway Patrol will 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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