Overview

• A passerby discovered the body of a 40-year-old man on the Princes Freeway overpass in Morwell around 9 am on May 22, 2025.
• Investigators believe the man was struck by a vehicle between 1 am and 9 am, with the driver leaving the scene.
• The Major Collision Investigation Unit is leading the inquiry and has urged motorists to check dashcam footage from the area during the estimated timeframe.
• Traffic diversions remain in place near the scene as authorities work to preserve evidence and continue their investigation.
• Police are appealing to the public for any information or footage that could help identify the vehicle or driver involved.