Victoria Police and WorkSafe are investigating the circumstances of an incident at Cranbourne Training Centre which led to the death of a female stablehand on Tuesday.
Racing Victoria confirmed the death of the stablehand via a statement, saying that it was it is believed she was struck by a kick from a horse.
"It is with great sadness that Racing Victoria confirms that a female stable employee has tragically passed away following an incident at the Cranbourne Training Centre this morning," the statement read.
"Victoria Police and WorkSafe are on-site investigating the circumstances of the incident in which the stable employee is believed to have been kicked by a horse in the stables of her employer.
"Trackwork at the Cranbourne Training Centre was closed following the incident.
"RV and Southside Racing are offering assistance and support to her employer and the local racing community at this tragic time."
