Two dead, one fighting for life in crash on Northern Hwy, Rochester
Two people have died and one is fighting for life after a crash on a rural highway in Victoria’s north.
Two vehicles collided head-on on the Northern Hwy about 5km south of Rochester about 1.30pm on Friday, police said.
Initial reports were the male driver of one vehicle, who is yet to be formally identified, died at the scene.
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The female driver of the second vehicle was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Her two teenage passengers were hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries.
“The exact circumstances surrounding the collision are yet to be determined and investigations remain ongoing,” police said.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has CCTV or dashcam footage, or any other information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
