Police are responding to fatal crash in Lockwood South

Bendigo Highway Patrol are investigating a fatal crash in Lockwood South this morning.

It is believed a white utility was travelling along Bendigo-Maldon Road when it crashed into a tree at the intersection of Hewletts Road about 6.10am.

Despite the efforts of emergency services, the man could not be revived and sadly died at the scene.

Police will prepare a report for the coroner.

Anyone who witnessed the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

For the current provisional lives lost tally please see https://www.police.vic.gov.au/news

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