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Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by Car Near Ballarat - Ballarat, VIC
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A man has died after being hit by a car on the Midland Highway near Magpie, south of Ballarat. Police are investigating the circumstances of the collision and have appealed for witnesses and dashcam footage.
A pedestrian has died following a collision on the Midland Highway at Magpie, near Ballarat, on Friday night, 2 October 2026.
According to police, the incident occurred at approximately 10:40 pm near Magpie Road. The man was reportedly walking along the highway when he was struck by a passing vehicle.
Emergency services attended the scene and provided assistance to the pedestrian. Despite their efforts, the man died at the scene.
The vehicle was driven by a 54-year-old woman, who was the sole occupant. She stopped following the collision and spoke with police. Authorities have not reported that any charges have been laid against the driver.
Moorabool Highway Patrol officers are investigating the incident to establish how the collision occurred. Investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding the crash and are seeking information that may help clarify the events leading up to the pedestrian being struck.
Police have appealed to anyone who witnessed the collision or was travelling through the area at the time to come forward. They are particularly interested in dashcam recordings, CCTV footage or other information that could assist the investigation.
Anyone with relevant information can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report through the Crime Stoppers website.
The incident highlights the serious risks faced by pedestrians on regional roads, particularly along highways where vehicles may be travelling at higher speeds. The investigation remains ongoing, and further details may be released as police establish the full circumstances of the collision.
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A pedestrian has died following a collision on the Midland Highway at Magpie, near Ballarat, on Friday night, 2 October 2026.
According to police, the incident occurred at approximately 10:40 pm near Magpie Road. The man was reportedly walking along the highway when he was struck by a passing vehicle.
Emergency services attended the scene and provided assistance to the pedestrian. Despite their efforts, the man died at the scene.
The vehicle was driven by a 54-year-old woman, who was the sole occupant. She stopped following the collision and spoke with police. Authorities have not reported that any charges have been laid against the driver.
Moorabool Highway Patrol officers are investigating the incident to establish how the collision occurred. Investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding the crash and are seeking information that may help clarify the events leading up to the pedestrian being struck.
Police have appealed to anyone who witnessed the collision or was travelling through the area at the time to come forward. They are particularly interested in dashcam recordings, CCTV footage or other information that could assist the investigation.
Anyone with relevant information can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report through the Crime Stoppers website.
The incident highlights the serious risks faced by pedestrians on regional roads, particularly along highways where vehicles may be travelling at higher speeds. The investigation remains ongoing, and further details may be released as police establish the full circumstances of the collision.
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