Emergency services were called to a devastating scene on a major western Victorian highway this morning after a serious collision between a car and a livestock truck.
Emergency Response to Glenelg Highway Crash
The incident occurred on the Glenelg Highway near the intersection of North Mibus Road at Warrayure. Authorities received reports of the two-vehicle crash just after 8:00 am, prompting a swift response from police, fire, and ambulance crews.
Upon arrival, emergency workers found both vehicles heavily damaged and engulfed in flames. The force of the impact caused the large livestock transporter to roll onto its side.
Tragic Outcome at the Scene
Tragically, the driver of the car could not be saved. The motorist died at the scene and has not yet been formally identified by authorities.
In a contrast of fortunes, the truck driver sustained only minor injuries in the violent collision. Paramedics treated the driver before transporting them to hospital for further assessment.
Police Investigation Underway
Victoria Police detectives have now commenced a thorough investigation to determine the exact circumstances that led to the fatal crash. They are meticulously piecing together the sequence of events.
Investigators are appealing to the public for assistance. They are urging any witnesses or motorists with dashcam footage of the area around the time of the crash to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers to aid the police investigation.
