Sadly, a 17-year-old male has died following a single vehicle crash at Crabtree this evening.
Police and emergency services were called to the scene about 8.48pm Friday, 20 February.
Initial inquiries indicate the male was a passenger in a silver Mazda sedan travelling west on Crabtree Road when the driver lost control of the vehicle and it has collided with a power pole.
Initial investigations indicate there was five occupants in the vehicle. Police believe speed was a contributing factor. Another passenger is in a critical condition at the Royal Hobart Hospital. The remaining occupants were taken for examination as well.
Our thoughts are with the young man's family and loved ones. A report will be prepared for the coroner.
Anyone with information or relevant dash cam footage, is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestopperstas.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously. Please quote ESCAD 436-20022026.
