Tragedy Strikes at Medical Centre Carpark
An elderly woman has lost her life following a tragic incident in the carpark of a medical facility in Melbourne's southeastern suburbs. The fatal collision occurred on Thursday afternoon, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Details of the Fatal Incident
The woman, aged in her 80s, was struck by a vehicle in front of the Narre Warren Medicare Urgent Care Clinic on Victor Crescent. Emergency services rushed to the scene after receiving reports of the collision at approximately 12.30pm. Despite the efforts of paramedics, the elderly victim could not be saved and was declared deceased at the location.
The driver involved in the incident, a man in his 50s, remained at the scene following the collision and is cooperating fully with authorities. Police confirmed that he is currently assisting with their investigation into the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
Ongoing Police Investigation
Victoria Police have established a crime scene at the medical centre carpark as their investigation continues. Officers remain present at the location, gathering evidence and speaking with potential witnesses.
A police spokesperson stated that the investigation into the incident is ongoing, though no further details about the circumstances have been released at this early stage. The exact sequence of events leading to the collision remains under active investigation by traffic collision reconstruction experts.
This tragic incident has raised concerns about pedestrian safety in medical centre carparks, particularly for elderly visitors accessing essential healthcare services. The local community has been deeply affected by the loss, with many expressing their condolences for the victim's family.
