Level crossing collision between freight train 6PM9 and a road vehicle in Cressy, Victoria, on 20 January 2026

A transport safety investigation has commenced into the collision of a freight train and a road vehicle at the Reddies Road level crossing in Cressy, Victoria.

At about 1017 on 20 January 2026, freight train 6PM9, traveling to Melbourne, Victoria, collided with a utility vehicle at a road level crossing. This was a passive level crossing on an unsealed road. The Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) were the track infrastructure manager and train 6PM9 was operated by SCT Logistics.

The utility vehicle was substantially damaged, and the two occupants sustained fatal injuries. The train sustained minor damage, and the crew were not physically injured.

The Office of the Chief Investigator is investigating the incident under the Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003 (Cth) under a collaboration agreement with the Australian Transport Safety Bureau.

A final report will be released at the conclusion of the investigation. However, should a critical safety issue be identified during the investigation, relevant parties will be immediately notified so safety action can be taken.