Child dies following Blackburn North collision

A child has died in hospital following a collision in Blackburn North last week, Victoria Police say.

It is believed the driver of a Toyota HiAce van collided with the boy as he crossed Springfield Road shortly before 6.30pm on 18 August.

The 10-year-old Croydon boy was taken to hospital with life threatening injuries.

His life support was withdrawn today.

The driver, a 45-year-old Blackburn North man was interviewed and has been released pending further enquiries.

The investigation remains ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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