Police are investigating a fatal collision in Tooborac this afternoon.
Emergency services responded to reports a truck and a car had collided on the Northern Highway just before midday.
The semi-trailer driver was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The yet to be formally identified driver of the ute has died at the scene.
The exact cause of the collision is being investigated and the highway north and southbound will be closed for some time.
Anyone who witnessed the crash, has dashcam/CCTV footage or information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
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