About 2.27pm Tasmania Police attended a single vehicle crash on Squeaking Point Road near the Thirlstane Golf Course. A Toyota Hilux utility travelling toward Devonport had left the roadway and collided with a stump. The vehicle was extensively damaged and the driver deceased upon the arrival of emergency services.

Police closed the road for about two hours while examinations were conducted; Tasmania Fire Service assisted with matters at the scene.

The cause of the crash is not known at this stage and an investigation will be conducted in order to provide a report for the Coroner.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has any Information in relation to the incident should call the Devonport Police Station on 131444.

Information can be provided anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestopperstas.com.au