Driver dies after tree hits car

Police are investigating after a car was hit by a falling tree in Lilydale this morning (10 August), Victoria Police say.

It is believed the maroon Holden Commodore sedan was driving west on Warburton Highway when a tree fell across the roadway and onto the car about 11am.

The 33-year-old male driver and sole occupant of the car, from Wandin North, died at the scene.

The exact circumstances surrounding the collision are yet to be determined.

Anyone who witnessed the collision is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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