Overview
- Victoria Police reported the collision occurred shortly after 9:30am at Mount William Road and Eurambeen‑Streatham Road, about 45 minutes west of Ballarat.
- The child’s grandmother survived with life‑threatening injuries and was flown to The Alfred hospital, while the truck driver sustained minor injuries.
- Officers said the car appeared to roll and be crushed following a T‑bone impact at the intersection.
- Detective Inspector Craig McEvoy said the truck had right of way and there is no indication excessive speed was a factor.
- Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are leading the inquiry as roads remain closed, with witnesses and dashcam owners urged to contact Crime Stoppers.