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VicRoads has advised that all lanes are now clear on the McIvor Highway at Alexander Road in Longlea, after a collision.
12.20pm
Police have addressed media from the scene of the crash:
11.30am
A MAN has died at the scene of a crash at Longlea, police have confirmed, bringing the road toll to 11.
Police believe a car travelled onto the wrong side of the highway just after 10.30am and collided with a truck, but are still investigating the circumstances of the collision.
The deceased man was the driver of the car and the sole occupant of the vehicle.
He has yet to be identified.
The driver of the truck was not seriously injured and is assisting police.
Police have urged anyone with any information about the collision to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
EARLIER: TRAFFIC is being diverted away from the scene of a serious crash near Junortoun.
Emergency services were called to the intersection of the McIvor Highway and Alexander Road at Longlea about 10.40am.
The road is closed in both directions.
VicRoads has identified both Epsom-Barnadown Road and Strathfieldsaye Road as possible alternative routes.
“This closure is under Victoria Police control, we do not know when the road will re-open,” VicRoads said.
“VicRoads advises motorists to avoid the area and allow extra time for the detour.”
More to come.