Man killed, woman and teen hospitalised after tree branch falls on car in Yarrawonga
A man has been killed and his teenage son injured after a “large tree branch” fell on their family car in Victoria’s north.
The family-of-three were trying to leave the Loop Track in Yarrawonga following a camping trip when the branch struck their car about 7.10pm on Tuesday.
“They’re a local family and they were simply trying to leave the area when a severe storm struck causing a number of branches to fall from trees and unfortunately one of those collided with the vehicle,” Wangaratta Highway Patrol Sergeant Shaun Hillier told reporters.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.“I believe the other route was blocked by a tree which is why they’ve decided to go down that route and unfortunately that is when the incident has occurred.
“Freak accidents happen, and unfortunately, that’s what this is.
“It’s a tragic accident. We offer our condolences to the family and we will be supporting them in any way we can.”
The 45-year-old man, who was driving the car at the time of the incident, died at the scene.
His teenage son was taken to Wangaratta Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, where he remains. A woman was also taken to hospital for observation.
Investigations into the exact cause of the incident are ongoing.
A report will be prepared for the coroner.
Originally published on 7NEWS
