A fatal traffic incident occurred west of Melbourne, resulting in the death of one child and injuries to six other individuals. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene immediately following the collision to provide medical assistance and secure the area.

While authorities have confirmed the casualty figures, specific details regarding the cause of the crash, the ages of those involved, or the number of vehicles impacted have not yet been released. Police are currently conducting an investigation to determine the factors that led to the incident. As of now, official statements remain limited as the scene is processed and next of kin are notified. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses and more information becomes available to the public.