A devastating road accident in northern Victoria has claimed four lives and left five others, including three children, with serious injuries.
Details of the Tragic Collision
The crash occurred around 5pm on Monday on Chapel Road in Muckatah, a location close to the state border with New South Wales. According to police reports, a minivan carrying nine people veered off the road and collided with a tree.
Casualties and Emergency Response
Tragically, four passengers died at the scene. The identities of the deceased have not yet been formally released by authorities.
Three children sustained serious injuries in the collision and required urgent medical evacuation. They were airlifted to hospital for treatment.
The driver and another adult passenger were also seriously hurt. They were transported to hospital by road ambulance.
Ongoing Investigation
Detectives are en route to the scene to begin a thorough investigation. The exact circumstances that led to the minivan crashing into the tree are yet to be established. Police will work to piece together the events leading up to the fatal incident.
The community of Muckatah and the wider region has been left shaken by this profound loss, as emergency services continue their response and investigation.
