Police are investigating a fatal collision in Bannockburn this morning.
Emergency services were called to reports a van and truck had collided on Bannockburn-Shelford Road about 7.40am.
It is understood the vehicles collided head-on, forcing the van down an embankment and into a tree.
The driver and sole occupant of the van, who is yet to be formally identified, died at the scene.
The driver and sole occupant of the truck wasn’t injured and stopped at the scene.
Ballarat Highway Patrol officers are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision.
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
