November 8, 2024

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Incident Overview

A horrific multi-vehicle crash in Maiden Gully, a suburb of Bendigo, Victoria, has resulted in the death of a 76-year-old man and left four others injured, one critically. The crash occurred on Thursday evening, November 7, 2024, and involved a Ford Falcon wagon colliding with three other vehicles.

Location and Time

The crash happened around 5:45 pm on Marong Road, near Kronk Street, in Maiden Gully, Victoria.

Vehicles Involved

Four vehicles were involved in the collision: a Ford Falcon wagon and three other cars. The makes and models of the other cars were not specified in the report.

Crash Description

A Ford Falcon wagon veered onto the wrong side of Marong Road and collided with three other vehicles that were traveling in the opposite direction.

Injuries/Fatalities

Tragically, a 76-year-old man from Maiden Gully, who was driving one of the cars, died in the hospital after being transported from the scene. The driver of the Ford Falcon was airlifted to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Three other people, including two drivers and a passenger, were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Emergency Response

Emergency services, including police, paramedics, and an air ambulance, responded to the scene.

Investigation

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Witnesses/Appeals

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers. This information could be crucial in helping police understand what caused the crash.

Community Impact

This tragic incident has shocked the Maiden Gully community and serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences that can result from road accidents.

Contributing Factors

The contributing factors to the crash are still under investigation. However, the fact that the Ford Falcon veered onto the wrong side of the road suggests that driver error or a possible medical episode may have played a role.