A man has died in a truck crash on Hobart’s eastern shore following what police believe was a medical episode.
The incident occurred just after 11am on Monday, with Clarence Street in Bellerive closed in both directions while police and emergency services work to clear the scene.
Eastbound motorists are being diverted down Scott Street and westbound motorists are being sent down Beach Street.
The road is expected to remain closed for another two hours.
“Our thoughts and condolences are with the man’s family and loved ones,” police said.
A report will be prepared for the coroner.
Earlier: A driver of a truck is reportedly receiving medical treatment after a serious crash on Clarence Street in Bellerive this morning.
The incident occurred outside Tasmanian Veterinary Hospitals around 11:30am on Monday, with sirens echoing across the city as multiple emergency services rushed to the scene.
Police say Clarence Street is currently blocked, with motorists being diverted down Douglas and Beach streets.
A witness at the scene told Pulse the truck was travelling towards Howrah when it reportedly mowed down a pedestrian crossing, collided with a car, mounted the footpath, crashed into a concrete wall and came to a stop next to a power pole.
“At this stage it is believed the crash may be the result of a medical episode,” a police spokesperson said.
“Please avoid the area until the scene is cleared.”
