A driver has had a lucky escape after he lost control of his vehicle and landed wedged up against a tree on the edge of the Yarra River this morning.
It is believed the 21-year-old Balaclava man was travelling along Alexandra Avenue in Toorak about 1.45am when he lost control.
His vehicle, a black Volkswagen sedan, travelled through the guard railing along the side of the road and fell about four meters before coming to rest against a tree on the edge of the Yarra River.
The driver, and sole occupant of the vehicle, managed to call Triple Zero with emergency services arriving a short time later and working to free the man.
He was later transported to hospital for observation.
Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or with dashcam footage from the area at the time is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report via www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
