Man killed in Oakleigh South after van strikes traffic lights, slams into tree A MAN was killed when his van struck traffic lights before slamming into trees in Oakleigh South today. Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for witnesses to the horrific crash. Investigators believe a white Mercedes van was travelling east on North Rd when it lost control, struck a traffic light and hit several trees about 12.30pm. The front male passenger in the van died at the scene. He is yet to be identified. The male driver has been taken to The Alfred hospital with minor injuries. Road diversions are in place. All east bound motorists on North Rd are being diverted at Huntingdale Rd, while all west bound traffic is being diverted at Fenton and Milgate streets. In a separate crash, an elderly woman was killed in Coldstream just before 1pm. It is believed a Mitsubishi sedan was turning on to Maddens Lane from the Maroondah Highway when it drove into the path of a Toyota four-wheel-drive. The Bulleen woman, who was a passenger in the Mitsubishi sedan, died at the scene. The driver, an elderly man also from Bulleen, has been taken to Maroondah Hospital with minor injuries. The male driver and sole occupant of the Toyota four-wheel-drive was not injured. Traffic is being diverted at Melba and Maroondah highways. Yarra Ranges Highway Patrol is investigating the incident. Anyone who may have witnessed the Oakleigh South crash is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au.