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Truck driver dies after colliding with V/Line train west of Melbourne

Rhiannon Tuffield

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A man has died after his truck collided with a regional V/Line train west of Melbourne.

Police said the train crashed into the truck in Station Street, North Shore, near Geelong, just after midday today.

The truck was reportedly trapped on the level crossing and its driver, who is yet to be identified, died at the scene.

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A man has been killed after his truck collided with a regional V/Line train west of Melbourne. 9News

The collision has caused major train and truck collisitrain delays for commuters.

Around 25 passengers were evacuated from the V/Line train with no passengers or V/Line staff injured.

There continues to be major delays on the Geelong and Warrnambool lines, with emergency services still at the scene.

A spokesperson from V/Line said trains would continue to operate between Southern Cross and Lara, with coaches to transport passengers between Lara and Waurn Ponds.

Emergency services remain on scene. 9News

Around 25 passengers were evacuated from the V/Line train with no passengers or V/Line staff injured. 9News

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Paramedics attended the scene but there were no recorded injuries.

It's not yet known how the crash occurred.

Anyone who witnessed the crash, with dashcam footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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