Fatal crash on main Goulburn Valley road

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A man died in a crash on Wednesday morning. Photo by McPherson Media Group

A man died in a two-vehicle crash on a main Goulburn Valley road on Wednesday morning.

The crash happened on the Goulburn Valley Hwy at Congupna about 6.30am, August 21.

Police said one of the drivers, a man in his 70s, died at the scene.

An Ambulance Victoria spokesperson said the other driver, a man in his 40s, was taken to Goulburn Valley Health in a stable condition.

The crash happened on a straight stretch of the road, with both vehicles travelling south, according to police.

It is believed a ute, driven by the younger man, slowed down to turn right, when it and a car travelling behind it collided, police said.

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

Anyone who witnessed the incident, has CCTV or dashcam footage or any other 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