January 20, 2025

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Incident Overview

An 84-year-old woman is in critical condition after a two-car crash in Glen Iris, Melbourne, where she allegedly performed an illegal U-turn and collided with another vehicle. The incident occurred on Sunday morning, January 19, 2025, and has prompted a police investigation.

Location and Time

The crash happened around 9:30 am on Tooronga Road, between Viva Street and Young Street, in Glen Iris, Melbourne. This is a residential area with a mix of houses and local businesses, and the crash occurred during the morning when traffic is typically moderate.

Vehicles Involved

The crash involved two vehicles: a Ford Fiesta driven by the 84-year-old woman and an Audi driven by a 44-year-old man.

Crash Description

The 84-year-old woman was allegedly attempting to perform a U-turn on Tooronga Road when her Ford Fiesta collided with an Audi that was traveling northbound. The impact of the crash caused significant damage to the Fiesta and left the woman trapped inside with critical injuries.

Injuries

The 84-year-old female driver of the Ford Fiesta sustained critical injuries and was transported to the hospital in life-threatening condition. The 44-year-old male driver of the Audi was not seriously injured but was taken to the hospital for observation.

Emergency Response

Emergency services, including police, paramedics, and possibly fire crews, attended the scene. The woman was trapped in her vehicle and had to be extricated before being transported to the hospital.

Investigation

Victoria Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Witnesses/Appeals

Police are appealing for any witnesses to the crash or anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward and assist with the investigation. This information could be crucial in helping investigators determine the cause of the crash and any contributing factors.

Community Impact

This incident has caused concern in the Glen Iris community, with an elderly woman in critical condition and a police investigation underway. It also highlights the importance of road safety and obeying traffic laws, particularly when performing maneuvers such as U-turns.

Contributing Factors

The contributing factors to the crash are still under investigation. However, the police report suggests that the 84-year-old woman’s alleged illegal U-turn may have been a primary factor in the collision.