May 4, 2025

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Incident Overview
A tragic single-vehicle crash occurred on Briagolong Road near the small town of Briagolong , in Victoria’s Gippsland region, on Sunday, May 4, 2025 , at approximately 3:45 pm .

The vehicle is believed to have rolled before striking a barricade. Emergency services found two occupants deceased at the scene, while two others—a woman in her 30s and a teenage girl—were critically injured and airlifted to Melbourne hospitals for urgent medical treatment.

Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, and formal identification of the victims is yet to be completed.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025 (approximately 3:45 pm).
  • Location: Briagolong Road, near Briagolong, Victoria’s Gippsland region.

Vehicles Involved

  • A single vehicle, which rolled before hitting a barricade.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • Two occupants were found dead at the scene by emergency services.
  • Critical Injuries:
    • A woman in her 30s was airlifted to the **Alfred Hospital** in a critical condition.
    • A teenage girl was airlifted to the **Royal Children’s Hospital** in a critical condition.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services, including police, paramedics, and SES personnel, attended the scene promptly after the crash was reported.
  • Paramedics treated the two survivors at the scene before they were stabilised and airlifted to Melbourne hospitals.
  • The air ambulance played a critical role in transporting the patients to specialised medical facilities.

“Emergency services found two people dead at the scene.”
— Victoria Police spokesperson

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

  • The sequence of events leading to the vehicle rolling and hitting a barricade.
  • Road conditions, signage, and visibility at the time of the incident.
  • Potential factors such as speed, distraction, fatigue, or mechanical failure contributing to the crash.

A Victoria Police spokesperson confirmed that all four occupants are yet to be formally identified.

“He said all four occupants were yet to be formally identified.”
— Victoria Police spokesperson

Appeal for Information
The community is urged to assist authorities by providing any information that could help determine the cause of the crash:

  • Crime Stoppers Victoria: Report information anonymously by calling 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
  • Witnesses are encouraged to share dashcam footage, CCTV recordings, or any observations about the incident.

Community Impact
This tragic crash has deeply affected the Briagolong community and the broader Gippsland region, particularly given the loss of two lives and the critical condition of the two survivors. The incident underscores the dangers of rural roads, where crashes can often result in severe consequences due to limited access to immediate medical care.