E-Scooter collision turns fatal

A collision in Mill Park on 20 November has turned fatal after a young boy died in hospital.

It’s believed a car and an e-scooter collided at the intersection of Betula Avenue and Childs Road just after 6pm.

The rider of the e-scooter, a 12-year-old Mill Park boy, was taken to hospital in a critical condition but has died in hospital.

The driver of the vehicle, a 34-year-old Greensborough man, stopped at the scene to assist.

The exact circumstances surrounding the collision are being investigated.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has footage, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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

Belinda Batty

Media Unit

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