Police responding to fatal truck crash at Northwood

A person has died following a crash in Northwood this morning.

Police and emergency services were called to reports of a truck on fire on the Hume Freeway around 6.40am.

It is believed a truck travelling northbound on the Hume Freeway has rolled before becoming engulfed in flames.

Sadly, the sole occupant of the truck, who is yet to be identified, died at the scene.

The circumstances of the crash are under investigation.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or with dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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