Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a fatal crash in Point Cook this afternoon.
It is alleged a car was observed driving erratically on the Princess Freeway about 1pm.
Police attempted to intercept the vehicle, before it sped away.
The intercept was called off when officers lost sight of the vehicle.
The car allegedly crashed into a barrier on Forsyth Road shortly afterwards.
The female passenger died at the scene.
The driver, a 35-year-old Wyndham Vale man, was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and is under police guard.
Investigations into the crash remain ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the crash, has dashcam/CCTV footage or further information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.auExternal Link
PSC will have oversight of the investigation as is standard procedure following a collision with police involvement.
