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Teen Dies in Rollover After Alleged Attempted Carjacking in Melbourne as Police Hunt Fleeing Occupants

Detectives say a stolen Skoda reached extreme speeds before hitting two vehicles and flipping in Hoppers Crossing.

Overview

  • Victoria Police allege the grey Skoda was pursuing a Toyota during an attempted carjacking on Derrimut Road just after midnight.
  • The Skoda struck the Toyota’s rear, then collided with a Ford sedan and a Ford Ranger and rolled several times, killing a 15-year-old boy.
  • A 17-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl were hospitalised under police guard, and another 16-year-old girl was treated and discharged for interview.
  • Police say several teenagers fled; one was arrested by the dog squad near Pacific Werribee and a 14-year-old later presented to hospital and was detained.
  • Investigators say speeds topped 180 km/h, confirm the Skoda was stolen from Maidstone between March 11 and 12, and appeal for dashcam or CCTV via Crime Stoppers as the Major Collision Investigation Unit continues inquiries.