Police are responding to fatal crash in Mortlake

Police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash in Mortlake on 31 January where a man has since died.

It is understood a vehicle crashed into a tree on Hamilton Highway about 11.05am.

The 63-year-old driver was airlifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries, where he later died on 2 February.

Warrnambool Highway Patrol are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash and will prepare a report for the coroner.

Anyone who witnessed the collision, has dashcam footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.auExternal Link.

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