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Fatal collision in Ferntree Gully

Police are investigating a fatal collision in Upper Ferntree Gully late last week.

It is understood a car and bus collided on Burwood Highway, near the intersection of Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, about 8.40pm on Friday 18, August.

The driver of the car, who is yet to be formally identified, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver of the bus was not injured.

There were no passengers on the bus at the time of the collision.

Police are working to establish the exact circumstances of the collision and investigations are ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam/CCTV footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

For the current provisional lives lost tally please see https://www.police.vic.gov.au/road-safety-0

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