A 63-YEAR-OLD man died after a fatal collision near the livestock exchange in Barnawartha on Tuesday morning.
Police and emergency crews were called to the Murray Valley Highway at around 6:40am.
Police said it is believed that a white Mitsubishi Triton collided with a white Toyota Hilux on Murray Valley Highway, between Coyles and Mildrens roads.
The driver of Mitsubishi, from Tangambalanga, died at the scene.
The driver of the Toyota, 38-year-old Kiewa man, was taken to hospital with minor injuries.
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Police said the exact circumstances surrounding the collision are yet to be determined and investigations remain ongoing.
Emergency services closed the road between Coyles Road and Mildrens Road, with a detour open via Chiltern using the Hume Freeway.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has CCTV, dashcam footage or any other information that could assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
