Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a hit-run collision which claimed the life of a woman in Sunshine yesterday afternoon.
It is understood a woman was getting out of a car when the vehicle took off on High Street about 3.10pm on Monday, 7 November.
The woman was dragged for a short distance before colliding with a parked vehicle.
She was taken to hospital with serious injuries where she later died.
The driver of the vehicle did not stop at the scene.
A 22-year-old Brookfield woman was later arrested and is assisting police with their enquiries.
Police are continuing to establish the exact circumstances around the collision and investigations are ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the collision, has dashcam footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.auExternal Link.
