A devastating car accident in Templestowe has left two people dead and a community in shock.
The incident, which occurred on Fitzsimons Lane around 9:25 am, involved multiple vehicles and has sparked a thorough investigation by the Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives.
What Happened?
It’s believed that a silver SUV, traveling northbound, veered onto the wrong side of the road and crashed head-on into a small hatchback.
The occupants of the hatchback, whose identities have not been released, tragically died at the scene.
Meanwhile, the driver of the SUV, a 54-year-old woman from Balwyn North, was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. She is currently under police guard.
A Close Call for Others
A grey compact SUV was also hit in the aftermath of the initial collision. Fortunately, the people inside this vehicle escaped without injury.
As the investigation unfolds, detectives are working to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the crash.
Investigation Ongoing
The police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage to come forward and share any information that could aid in the investigation.
You can contact Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000 or submit a report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
The current provisional lives lost tally can be found on the Victoria Police website: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/road-safety.
A Plea for Help
As the community comes to terms with this tragic event, the authorities are counting on the public’s help to piece together what happened.
If you have any information, no matter how small it may seem, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the police.
Your input could be crucial in helping them understand the circumstances surrounding this devastating collision.