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Fifteen-year-old Echuca boy dies

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Police are investigating the death of an Echuca boy in Melbourne on Wednesday, June 5. Photo: File

An Echuca boy has died at a Melbourne hospital on Wednesday, June 5 following a traffic accident in Fitzroy.

The 15-year-old was riding an SYM Orbit motorised scooter on Nicholson St, when it and a vehicle collided about 12.40am, police said.

He sustained life-threatening injuries and was taken to hospital, where he later died.

Victoria Police are investigating the collision, and the vehicle’s driver has been assisting with inquiries.

Police will prepare a report for the coroner.

Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au