Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal crash in Kerang.
Emergency services were called to the Murray Valley Highway about 1pm after reports a car had left the road, rolled and caught fire.
The fire was extinguished and a male passenger was located deceased near the vehicle.
The driver, a man in his 70s, has been taken to hospital with minor injuries.
Fire crews are currently extinguishing a grass fire caused by the crash.
The exact circumstances surrounding the incident are yet to be determined and detectives from Major Collision Investigation Unit are attending.
The Murray Valley Highway is expected to be closed for some time while investigators examine the scene.
Anyone who witnessed the collision, footage or any other information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
