Skateboarder dies in car crash

An ambulance helicopter airlifts the man to hospital. Picture: CONTRIBUTED

A man riding a skateboard has died after a collision with a car in Clyde on Tuesday morning, 2 April.

The 32-year-old Wonthaggi man was struck by a car on the South Gippsland Highway just after 5am.

The female driver of the car stopped at the scene to help the man.

The man received life-threatening injuries and was airlifted to hospital.

Police will prepare a report for the Coroner.

The man’s death brings the road toll so far this year to 81, compared to 56 this time last year.

Anyone who witnessed the man on the skateboard prior to the collision or who has dash cam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au