Police are responding to fatal collision at Merbein

Police are investigating a fatal two-vehicle collision at Merbein this morning.

It’s understood a SUV and utility collided at the intersection of Paschendale Avenue and Fifth Street about 7am on Wednesday, 16 February.

The driver of the SUV, a yet to be formally identified woman, sadly died at the scene.

Her passenger, also female, was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

The driver and sole occupant of the utility, a 54-year-old Merbein man, was not injured and assisted police with their initial enquiries.

Mildura Highway Patrol will investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.

Any witnesses or anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.auExternal Link.

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