Young Driver Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash – Rich Avon East, VIC – 21 December 2025

What happened

Incident Overview

A man in his 20s has died following a single-vehicle crash on a rural road near Rich Avon East in Victoria’s northwest. Emergency services were called after a car veered off Donald–Stawell Road early on Sunday morning. The vehicle left the bitumen and struck a line of trees. The driver, who was the sole occupant, died at the scene. Police investigations are ongoing.

• Crash Date: Sunday, 21 December 2025 (around 7:00am)
• Location: Donald–Stawell Road, Rich Avon East, VIC

• Passenger car — single-vehicle crash after leaving the roadway

• Fatalities:
  • Male driver (20s) — sole occupant; died at the scene.

The fatal crash has affected the Rich Avon East and surrounding rural communities, adding to concerns about safety on regional roads in Victoria’s northwest.

Emergency Response

• Emergency services responded after reports of a vehicle off the road.
• The driver was pronounced deceased at the scene.
• A crash scene was established for forensic examination.

Investigation

Police are investigating the circumstances that led to the vehicle leaving the roadway.

• Detectives are examining the driver’s movements prior to the crash.
• Investigators are seeking witness accounts and dashcam footage.

Appeal for Information

Police urge anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant dashcam vision to come forward.

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