Tragic car crash in Goulburn Valley leaves one dead

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A person died in a car crash on a rural Goulburn Valley road. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

A person died after a car crashed into a tree and caught fire on a rural Goulburn Valley road on Friday, June 14.

Emergency services responded to reports a car had crashed into a tree on Ryan Rd at Merrigum about 1.40pm.

Police said the vehicle caught fire after the crash, and firefighters were needed to extinguish the blaze.

The driver of the vehicle died at the scene and is yet to be formally identified.

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

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has dashcam footage or information that could assist investigators, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au