Cyclist Killed in Wyndham Vale Crash – January 22, 2025

What happened

Incident Overview

A cyclist has been killed in a collision with a Mitsubishi SUV in Wyndham Vale, Melbourne’s outer southwest. The incident occurred late on Friday night, January 22, 2025, on Armstrong Road near Black Forest Road, with the cyclist pronounced dead at the scene.

Emergency services attended the scene immediately. The 19-year-old male driver of the SUV was not injured and has been arrested pending police interview.

Location and Time

The crash occurred at approximately 11:50 pm on Armstrong Road in Wyndham Vale, Victoria, a residential area with a mix of houses and local businesses. The incident took place at night when visibility may have been reduced.

Vehicles Involved

Vehicle 1

• Type: Bicycle
• Rider: Male cyclist (identity not yet released)

Vehicle 2

• Make/Model: Mitsubishi SUV
• Driver: 19-year-old male (not injured)

Injuries / Fatalities

Fatalities

• Male cyclist (deceased at scene; identity not yet released)

Injuries

• None reported.

Community Impact

This tragic incident has saddened the local community and underscores the importance of road safety for all road users, including cyclists. The death brings the Victorian road toll for 2025 to 24, compared to 19 at the same time in 2024.

Emergency Response

Emergency services attended the scene promptly following the collision. Despite immediate response, the cyclist could not be saved and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigation

Victoria Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. The 19-year-old driver of the Mitsubishi SUV has been arrested and will be interviewed by police. The specific details of how the collision occurred remain under investigation, with potential contributing factors including speed, visibility, driver distraction or inattention, and the actions of both the cyclist and driver.

Police are appealing for witnesses, dashcam footage, or CCTV recordings from the area to assist with the investigation.

Appeal for Information

Victoria Police are urging anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam or CCTV footage to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at crimestoppersvic.com.au. All information will be treated in confidence.