Driver killed in fiery crash in Frankston North identified more than a week later as 21-year-old man
A driver killed in a fiery crash in Melbourne’s southeast has been identified by police more than a week after he died.
The driver was killed when a car believed to have been stolen veered off the road and crashed in Frankston North just after 2am on Sunday, November 3.
It was initially believed the driver was a “male child or youth”, but police were unable to formally identify them.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.On Monday morning, the dead person was confirmed by police to be a “21-year-old Clarinda man”.
“Police will now prepare a report for the coroner,” Victoria Police said.
It is also believed the silver Lexus, which had the number plate RX450 SUV, was stolen from a home in Patterson Lakes the day before.
A CCTV image of the Lexus was earlier released by police.
Police also wish to speak to the driver of a white vehicle seen in the area on Saturday November 2 and just before the crash.
An image of the white car has been released.
Anyone with CCTV of the area nearby or any other information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Originally published on 7NEWS
