Child Dies in Ocean Grove Collision, MCIU Probes

Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a fatal collision in Ocean Grove this afternoon.

Emergency services were called to reports a car had lost control and collided with a child on the footpath at Presidents Avenue about 4.50pm.

The four-year-old child died at the scene.

The driver, a 71-year-old Ocean Grove woman, has been arrested and will be interviewed.

The exact circumstances surrounding the collision are yet to be determined and investigations remain ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the collision, has CCTV, dashcam footage or any information that could assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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