Between Wednesday afternoon and Friday morning, 5 deaths occurred as a result of collisions and crashes on Victorian Roads. 

The incidents occurred in Melbourne, Buxton, Flynn, and Geelong. 

Glen Weir, the Road Policing Assistant Commissioner spoke to the risk the winter period poses in Victoria in relation to traffic accidents. 

‘We are entering a high-risk period on Victorian roads that saw 18 lives lost last year (over the accompanying two-week period). Now is not the time to be complacent when getting behind the wheel.’

There are currently 19 more road deaths in Victoria than there was this time last year. 

Weir also spoke about the importance of abiding by traffic laws. 

Weir said, ‘Slowing down, remaining alert and being extra cautious when roads are wet or visibility is affected are simple but lifesaving measures all motorists can take to protect themselves and other road users.’

He further said, ‘Slowing down, remaining alert and being extra cautious when roads are wet or visibility is affected are simple but lifesaving measures all motorists can take to protect themselves and other road users.’

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