A tragic road incident in Roxburgh Park, Victoria, has claimed the life of a 13-year-old boy after a pedestrian collision on Somerton Road. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash as the local community mourns the heartbreaking loss.
Emergency services were called to Somerton Road, near Reservoir Drive, at approximately 7:00 p.m. following reports that a vehicle had struck a pedestrian. Paramedics attended the scene and provided medical assistance; however, despite their efforts, the teenage boy sadly died at the location.
The driver and passenger of the vehicle involved remained at the scene following the collision and are assisting police with their inquiries. Officers from Fawkner Highway Patrol have commenced an investigation to determine the events that led to the fatal crash.
Authorities are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident, including how the collision occurred and any factors that may have contributed. As the investigation remains ongoing, police have urged members of the public to avoid speculation and allow investigators to complete their work.
The tragic death of the young pedestrian has deeply affected the Roxburgh Park community, with many residents expressing sadness and offering condolences to the boy’s family and loved ones. Fatal crashes involving young people often have a profound impact on families, witnesses, emergency responders, and the wider community.
Investigators are appealing for anyone who witnessed the collision, has CCTV footage, dashcam recordings, or any information that may assist with the investigation to come forward. Even small details could help police piece together the events leading up to the crash.
