February 4, 2025

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Incident Overview
A motorbike rider is fighting for his life after sustaining life-threatening injuries in a horrific crash on the Peninsula Link freeway in Moorooduc, Victoria. The incident occurred when the rider veered off the road and collided with a center barrier. Victoria Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Location and Time
The crash took place on the Peninsula Link freeway in Moorooduc, located on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. The incident occurred just after 5:00 pm on Monday, February 4, 2025 .

Vehicles Involved
The crash involved a single motorbike, ridden by the male rider who sustained life-threatening injuries. No further details about the make or model of the motorbike have been released.

Crash Description
The motorbike veered off the Peninsula Link freeway and collided with a center barrier. Video footage obtained by 7NEWS appears to show that the rider lost both of his legs in the accident. Emergency services responded promptly, and the rider was airlifted to the hospital for emergency treatment.

Injuries/Fatalities
The male motorbike rider suffered life-threatening injuries, including the apparent loss of both legs, as a result of the crash. He was airlifted to the hospital in critical condition and is currently fighting for his life.

Emergency Response
Emergency services, including paramedics and police, were dispatched to the scene on the Peninsula Link freeway in Moorooduc. The rider was airlifted to the hospital for immediate medical treatment. Both the Peninsula Link and the Mornington Peninsula Freeway were closed in both directions for several hours while emergency services managed the scene and conducted their investigation.

Investigation
Victoria Police are conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. Investigators will examine the cause of the collision, including potential factors such as speed, driver error, road conditions, or mechanical failure. Authorities are appealing to the public for any dashcam or CCTV footage that may assist in determining the exact sequence of events leading up to the crash.

Witnesses/Appeals
Victoria Police are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information to come forward. They are particularly interested in obtaining dashcam or CCTV footage from vehicles traveling on the Peninsula Link freeway around 5:00 pm on Monday, February 4, 2025 . Information can be reported to Crime Stoppers.

Community Impact
The crash has deeply affected the local community in Moorooduc and the broader Mornington Peninsula region. Residents have expressed concern over the dangers posed by the Peninsula Link freeway, particularly regarding motorbike safety. The temporary closure of the freeway in both directions caused significant traffic disruptions, highlighting the impact of such incidents on daily commutes and regional travel.

Contributing Factors
While the investigation is ongoing, potential contributing factors could include excessive speed, driver distraction, poor road conditions, or mechanical issues with the motorbike. Weather conditions and visibility along the Peninsula Link freeway at the time of the crash may also be considered as part of the inquiry.