Police investigating single vehicle crash at Underwood

Police are seeking public information as part of an investigation into a single vehicle crash at Underwood last night.  

At 9:45pm, police and emergency services attended a crash on Lilydale Road where a silver Holden Calais (rego A08ZV) had crashed.  

The passenger in the vehicle, a 33-year-old man suffered significant injuries to his head and arm. Early investigations indicate he was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash. 

The driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered a minor leg injury. 

Prior to the crash, the car had failed to stop for police in Mayfield. 

Police are investigating the cause of the crash and would like to speak to anyone who saw the car in the Mayfield or Newham areas around the time of the crash. Information can be provided to police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers online at crimestopperstas.com.au or on 1800 333 000.