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Man in custody following alleged fatal hit-run

A 31-year-old Cairnlea man has handed himself in to police following an alleged fatal hit-run in Ardeer last night.

Police believe the unidentified female victim, believed to be in her 20s or 30s, was struck by a black Holden Commodore VT on Ballarat Road. Her body was discovered about 7.40pm.

A 31-year-old man is in custody assisting police with their inquiries.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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