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Family Pays Tribute to Thom Hosking, 15, After Fatal Bendigo Crash

Police are investigating, with the truck driver cooperating.

Overview

  • The Girton Grammar student's parents and sister described him as the family's "glue" and asked for privacy as they grieve.
  • He was struck by a truck near High and Myrtle streets in Golden Square on Friday morning and died despite CPR by bystanders and emergency crews.
  • Victoria Police say the driver was uninjured and is assisting inquiries, with no charges reported in the coverage to date.
  • Girton Grammar says the community is devastated and has arranged counselling and support for students and staff.
  • Power's Country Express expressed sympathy and offered counselling to its driver and staff, as flowers and messages formed a memorial at the crash site.