Tooradin Crash: One Dead, Two Seriously Injured in South Gippsland Highway Rollover

What happened

Incident Overview

On Saturday, 7 July 2024, a single-vehicle rollover on the South Gippsland Highway near Tooradin, southeast of Melbourne, claimed the life of one man and left two others seriously injured. The silver 2009 Jeep Wrangler was carrying three occupants when it lost control and rolled over just after 8:30 pm.

Victoria Police attended the scene and commenced an investigation. Authorities believe the vehicle may have been involved in a prior collision before losing control.

Location and Time

The rollover occurred on the South Gippsland Highway near Baxter-Tooradin Road in Tooradin, southeast of Melbourne, at approximately 8:30 pm on Saturday evening.

Vehicles Involved

Vehicle 1

• Make/Model: Silver 2009 Jeep Wrangler
• Direction: not specified
• Driver: 38-year-old male (suspected driver at time of crash)

Injuries / Fatalities

Fatalities

• One male occupant, believed to be in his 30s or 40s (deceased at scene)

Injuries

• 38-year-old male driver (serious but non-life-threatening injuries, transported to hospital)
• 34-year-old male occupant (serious but non-life-threatening injuries, transported to hospital)

Emergency Response

Emergency services attended the scene following the rollover. Two patients with serious injuries were transported to hospital by ambulance.

Investigation

Victoria Police are investigating the incident. Authorities are examining whether the Jeep Wrangler was involved in a prior collision before losing control and rolling over on the South Gippsland Highway. Police have appealed for witnesses and persons with relevant information, including CCTV footage or dashcam footage, to come forward.

Appeal for Information

Victoria Police are urging anyone who witnessed the crash, has CCTV footage, dashcam footage, or any other information about the incident to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit crimestoppersvic.com.au.