May 24, 2025

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Incident Overview
A two-vehicle crash occurred on Saturday, May 24, 2025 , at approximately 9:30 am at the intersection of Cape Otway Road and Reservoir Road in Mount Moriac , near Geelong, Victoria .

The collision injured seven people , including four children , all of whom sustained non-life-threatening injuries . One vehicle involved was carrying a family — a man, woman, and two children — who were taken to hospital for treatment. The second vehicle, driven by a woman, had three occupants — two adults and two children — also treated for minor injuries.

Police confirmed the crash occurred when one of the vehicles failed to give way at the intersection. Authorities are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to assist their investigation.

“It’s understood the crash occurred when one of the vehicles failed to give way.”
— Geelong Advertiser report

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025 (approximately 9:30 am).
  • Location: Intersection of Cape Otway Road and Reservoir Road, Mount Moriac, Victoria — near Geelong.

Vehicles Involved

  • A car carrying a family of four — a man, woman, and two children — all sustaining non-serious injuries.
  • A second vehicle, driven by a woman with two adult passengers and two children, also involved in the crash and receiving medical attention.

Injuries

  • Non-Life-Threatening Injuries:
    • All seven occupants — four adults and three children — were transported to hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening.

Emergency Response

  • Paramedics and police responded swiftly to the scene after reports of a serious crash involving multiple casualties.
  • All injured parties were assessed and transported to hospital for further evaluation and care.

“The female driver of the second vehicle and two other children were also taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.”
— 7NEWS report

Police Investigation
Victoria Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, focusing on:

  • The sequence of events leading to the collision at the intersection.
  • Road conditions, signage, and visibility at the time of impact.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage from the area around **9:30 am on May 24, 2025**.

Authorities have urged drivers to remain cautious at intersections and are seeking witness accounts to help determine how and why the crash happened.

Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage of the Cape Otway Road and Reservoir Road intersection in Mount Moriac around 9:30 am on May 24, 2025 , is urged to contact authorities:

  • Crime Stoppers Victoria: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
  • Witness Reporting: Contact Victoria Police via local station or submit anonymous tips through the official website.