A woman has died after the vehicle she was driving struck a tree in Toolleen this afternoon.
The woman was driving east along the Axedale Toolleen Road when the incident occurred about 2.45pm.
Despite the best efforts of emergency services, the 63-year-old Toolleen woman died at the scene.
Her passenger, a 70-year-old Toolleen man, sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to hospital in a serious condition.
A 9-year-old child, also in the vehicle, sustained lower body injuries and was conveyed by road ambulance to hospital in a non-life-threatening condition.
The exact circumstances surrounding the crash are yet to be determined and police will prepare a report for the coroner.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or who has footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or anonymously at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
