Second person dies after fatal crash in Creightons Creek

A second person has died in hospital following a car crash in Creightons Creek last month.

It is believed a vehicle was travelling along the Hume Freeway near Avenel-Longwood Road and veered off the road before crashing into a tree just after 3pm on 20 January.

The front passenger, a 66-year-old Benalla woman, died at the scene.

The driver, an 82-year-old Benalla man, was taken to hospital in a critical condition where he died on 8 February.

Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating and will prepare a report for the Coroner.

Any witnesses or anyone with 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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