A tragic incident unfolded in Ascot Vale, resulting in the death of a pedestrian and leaving another critically injured. The incident occurred near the Melbourne Showgrounds when a car veered onto the sidewalk and struck the two pedestrians.
The second victim, who was hit on Langs Road shortly before 5:00 p.m., has been hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. Police apprehended a man at the scene, coinciding with the ongoing Supanova Clinic Con & Gaming event at the Showgrounds over the weekend.
According to a police statement, a grey Toyota reportedly mounted a curb on Langs Road and hit the pedestrians just before 5 p.m. Regrettably, one of the pedestrians, who has not yet been formally identified, succumbed to the injuries at the scene.
"The second pedestrian was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries," the police statement added.
The investigation into the collision is still underway, as Victoria police mentioned in a statement reported by the Guardian. The Supanova Comic Con event, known for attracting numerous comic and gaming enthusiasts, has drawn large crowds to the already bustling area in Melbourne.
Authorities are working to determine the precise circumstances leading to the collision, as they continue to investigate the incident.
