April 8, 2026

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Incident Overview
A truck driver was critically injured in a multi-vehicle crash on the Princes Freeway at Officer in Melbourne’s outer south-east, causing one truck to jackknife. The collision involved two trucks, with one driver trapped for about three hours before being rescued and taken to hospital.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Wednesday, 08 April 2026 (about 12:20pm)
  • Location: Princes Freeway (outbound), Officer, VIC

Vehicles Involved

  • Two trucks, including one that jackknifed following the crash

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • None reported
  • Injuries:
    • One truck driver, trapped for about three hours, airlifted to hospital with critical injuries
    • Second truck driver, not injured

Emergency Response

  • Victoria Police, SES, Fire Rescue Victoria, Ambulance Victoria and Transport Victoria’s Incident Response Services attended, with multiple crews working to free the trapped driver.
  • The critically injured driver was airlifted to hospital.
  • All outbound lanes were closed between O’Shea Road and Cardinia Road, with motorists advised to exit at Berwick and detour via the Princes Highway through Officer and Pakenham before rejoining via Cardinia Road, McGregor Road or Healesville-Koo Wee Rup Road.

Police Investigation
Police are investigating the circumstances of the collision. No further findings were released in the report.

  • No charges announced
  • No court appearances announced

Community Impact
The closure caused significant traffic disruption, with delays reported up to 30 minutes and congestion expected to spill onto surrounding roads in Berwick, Officer and Pakenham.

Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information has been urged to come forward.

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