Fatal crash at Buckley

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal crash which occurred in Buckley this evening, Victoria Police say.

Investigators have been told two teens were riding a motorized bike and a trail bike west along Atkins Road about 8.30pm.

A west bound 4WD has driven past the pair and hit the bike rider and continued on.

The rider of the bike, believed to be a man in his late teens, died at the scene.

The male driver of the 4WD was arrested at a nearby address a short time later and is currently assisting police with their enquires.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has dash cam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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