December 11, 2025

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Incident Overview
A 21-year-old woman has been identified as the victim of a fatal crash on the Hume Highway at Somerton, where a light pole fell onto her vehicle during a truck-related incident. The crash occurred on Tuesday morning, 9 December, as the woman was driving to work. Emergency services attended the scene, but she died from her injuries. Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, 9 December 2025 (around 7:45am)
  • Location: Hume Highway, Somerton, VIC

Vehicles Involved

  • Passenger car — driven by the deceased woman
  • Truck — involved in the incident that caused a light pole to fall
  • Roadside light pole — collapsed onto the car

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 21-year-old woman — driver; died at the scene after a light pole fell onto her vehicle.

Emergency Response

  • Victoria Police, paramedics, and emergency crews responded to the Hume Highway following reports of the crash.
  • The woman could not be saved despite emergency response efforts.
  • A major traffic incident site was established for investigation.

Police Investigation
Police are investigating how the truck crash led to the collapse of the light pole.

  • Investigators are examining vehicle movements and the integrity of roadside infrastructure.
  • Witness statements, CCTV, and dashcam footage are being reviewed.
  • The investigation remains ongoing.

Community Impact
The death has deeply affected family, colleagues, and the wider community. Tributes described the young woman as caring, devoted, and widely respected. Her death has prompted renewed concern about heavy-vehicle incidents and roadside safety along major highways.

Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or who has relevant CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward.

  • Crime Stoppers VIC: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.