Pedestrian dies after being struck by car in Alexandra

Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating after a pedestrian was fatally struck by a car in Alexandra this afternoon.

Emergency services were called to reports of the collision at the intersection of Downey and Grant streets just before 12.30pm.

The pedestrian, a 65-year-old Alexandra woman, was treated by paramedics but died at the scene.

The driver, a 77-year-old Alexandra man, was not injured.

He was interviewed and released pending further enquiries.

The investigation into the exact circumstances surrounding the collision.

Anyone who witnessed the collision, has CCTV or dashcam, or anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.crimestopersvic.com.au.

For the current provisional Lives Lost tally please see - https://www.police.vic.gov.au/road-safety

John McLaughlan

Media Unit

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