February 19, 2026

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Incident Overview
A car and a truck collided at the intersection of Three Chain Road and Egans Lane in Newham, in central Victoria. Police allege the crash occurred when the car failed to give way, and a passenger in the truck died at the scene.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Not specified
  • Location: Three Chain Road and Egans Lane, Newham, VIC

Vehicles Involved

  • Car (driven by a 28-year-old man)
  • Truck (with a driver and a passenger)

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • Adult, Newham, truck passenger, died at the scene
  • Injuries:
    • Adult, Newham, truck driver, airlifted to hospital with serious injuries

Emergency Response

  • Locals reported assisting by trying to stop and manage traffic immediately after the crash due to safety concerns at the intersection.
  • The truck driver was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries.
  • Road closures and diversions were not specified.

Police Investigation
Police charged the car’s driver and alleged the collision occurred after a failure to give way at the intersection.

  • Charges laid: culpable and dangerous driving causing death, and failing to give way
  • Court appearances: not specified

Community Impact
Residents in the tight-knit Newham community said the crash intensified long-running concerns about the intersection’s safety, citing repeated serious crashes and frequent near-misses. Locals have called for safety upgrades including improved signage and a reduced speed limit.

Appeal for Information
Anyone with information about the crash or who witnessed the vehicles in the lead-up is urged to contact police.

  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
  • Policelink: Call 131 444.