A tragic accident claimed the lives of Sapana Neupane, 31, her husband Krishna, 41, and their three-year-old son in Stoneleigh, near Ballarat, when their vehicle collided with a truck on Tuesday morning.

Sapana’s mother, who survived the devastating crash, was airlifted to a hospital with critical injuries, as reported by The Age.

Authorities suspect the car entered the path of the truck after failing to stop at an intersection shortly after 9:30 a.m.

The family had settled in Armstrong Creek, near Geelong, after immigrating from Nepal, and they are survived by a five-year-old daughter.

The Geelong Nepalese Association expressed their condolences, stating that the family’s “kindness, warmth, and love will always be remembered.”

“We extend our deepest condolences and prayers ot their family and relatives,” the association said in a Facebook post.

“May their beautiful souls rest in eternal peace, and may their loved ones find strength and comfort during this unimaginable time.

“The Geelong Nepalese Community is deeply saddened by this tragic loss and stands together in full support of the family and their daughter during this most difficult time.”