Police investigate fatal collision in Niddrie

Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision that claimed the life of a pedestrian in Niddrie this morning

Emergency services were called to the intersection of Keilor Road and Hoffmans Road after reports a car struck a pedestrian on the footpath before crashing inside a medical centre about 9.30am.

A woman inside the building was also struck and airlifted to hospital with serious injuries.

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

The driver, a 63-year-old Maribyrnong man, was taken to hospital and has since been interviewed.

He has been released pending further enquiries.

The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision remain ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the collision, with CCTV/dashcam or other footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or anonymously at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

Sergeant Melissa Seach

Media Unit

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