Man dies after head-on collision with tram in Melbourne

A man has died after the car he was driving collided head-first with a tram in Melbourne's east.

Just before 9am this morning, a 50-year-old man from Hawthorn was driving a black wagon along Camberwell Road when he veered in front of a tram, resulting in a head-on collision. He died at the scene.

Both vehicles were estimated to have been travelling about 60 km/h prior to the crash.

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There were about 20 passengers on the tram, none of whom were seriously injured.

The driver of the tram was treated for a minor wound to his head.

Victoria Police said the exact circumstances of the crash were yet to be determined and in investigation was underway.

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A child seat was found in the back seat of the black wagon but the male driver was the only occupant of the car at the time of the crash.

Police are calling on any members of the public who saw the crash or may have dash cam footage to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.