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Pedestrian killed in Croydon

23/09/2024

Police are investigating after a pedestrian was killed in Croydon on Saturday night. (Joe Mastroianni: 245950)

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Police are investigating a fatal collision in Croydon on Saturday night.

It is understood a car travelling in the intersection of Landale Avenue and Dorset Road struck a pedestrian before a second car struck the pedestrian again just after 7pm.

The yet-to-be-formally-identified male pedestrian died at the scene.

The two drivers, one female and one male, were not injured and are currently being questioned by police.

The exact circumstances surrounding the collisions are yet to be determined and investigations remain ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, with dashcam/CCTV footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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