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Commuter delays after two-car crash

Hillcrest CFA are the scene of a crash in Launching Place, and delays are expected for drivers. 120882 Picture: KATH GANNAWAY

CFA crews are clearing the scene of a two-vehicle crash on the Warburton Highway at Launching Place, with Lilydale-bound drivers delayed.
The crash occurred near the intersection of Allsops Road and Warburton Highway in the Lilydale-bound lane earlier this afternoon.
Hillcrest CFA is clearing the wreckage from the scene, and traffic is being allowed through, but there appears to be delays for drivers heading towards Lilydale.
Police are also at the scene of the crash.
For the full story, see next week’s Mail.

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