A child is dead and five others, including another child who is fighting for life, have been rushed to hospita, after a head-on collision west of Geelong.
The crash occurred when two vehicles collided on the Hamilton Highway in Stonehaven about 9pm yesterday.
Police said a child was declared dead at the scene.
The three other occupants in the same vehicle were all taken to hospital, including a child with life-threatening injuries and a man and woman with serious injuries.
A further two men from the second vehicle were also taken to hospital, one with life-threatening injuries and one with minor injuries.
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision.
Anyone who witnessed the crash, with footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000
