Pedestrian killed after being struck by car in Mount Waverley

Nunawading Highway Patrol officers are investigating after a pedestrian was fatally struck by a car in Mount Waverley last night.

A vehicle was travelling along Stephensons Road, near Griffiths Court, when it struck the male pedestrian on the roadway about 9.20pm.

Despite the best efforts of emergency services, the unidentified man died at the scene.

The male driver and female passenger of the vehicle were not injured and stopped to speak to police.

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

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

Leonie Johnson

Media Unit

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