Police are investigating a fatal collision between a truck and a motorcycle in Purrumbete this afternoon.
It is understood the two vehicles collided at the intersection of Nehill and Alexanders Road, and Cobden – Stonyford Road, about 5.15pm.
Two off-duty nurses performed CPR on the rider however they sadly died at the scene.
The rider is yet to be formally identified.
The driver and sole occupant of the truck, a 39-year-old Roxburgh Park man, was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
An investigation into the circumstances of the collision is underway.
The Cobden – Stonyford Road will remain closed for several hours.
Anyone who witnessed the collision, has CCTV/dashcam footage or anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
For the current provisional Lives Lost tally please see – https://www.police.vic.gov.au/road-safety
