A truck driver was killed in a crash near Seymour in Victoria on Wednesday (July 30) afternoon.
Victoria Police said a truck went down an embankment and crashed into trees near the intersection of Lambing Gully Road in Avenel at about 1pm.
Police said the truck caught on fire following the crash. The driver, who has yet to be formally identified, died at the scene.
Officers are working to establish the circumstances of the crash.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam/CCTV footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
The truckie was the 179th person to die on the state’s roads since the start of the year.