POLICE have confirmed a 52-year-old man from Echuca died in the crash at Strathallan on Tuesday morning.

Detectives were still investigating the circumstances around the crash on the Echuca-Kyabram Road.

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ECHUCA Highway Patrol are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal crash in Strathallan, south of Echuca.

It is believed a vehicle was travelling east on the Echuca-Kyabram Road when it left the road and struck a tree about 6.15am on Tuesday.

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The sole male occupant of the vehicle, who was yet to be formally identified, died at the scene.

The exact circumstances of the crash were unknown and the investigation was ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or had dashcam footage were urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

People could also submit a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au

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