Pedestrian dies following collision in Brooklyn

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision in Brooklyn this morning.

It is understood a car struck a pedestrian at the intersection of Geelong Road and Docklands Highway about 4.30am.

The male pedestrian, who is yet to be formally identified, died at the scene.

The driver of the car stopped at the scene and is assisting police with their enquires.

The exact circumstances surrounding the collision are yet to be established and an investigation is ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, with CCTV/dashcam footage or any information that could assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.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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