Car split in two in fatal crash in Melbourne's south-east

A person has died and two others were injured in a crash at Keysborough, in Melbourne's south-east.

Victoria Police says the car split in half and burst into flame after hitting a pole about 12:50am.

Traffic diversions were put in place around Cheltenham and Chandler roads.

A person died and two others were injured when a car struck a pole and split in two before bursting into flames in Melbourne's south-east overnight.

Victoria Police said the car struck a pole on Cheltenham Road, Keysborough, about 12:50am.

Images from the scene show catastrophic damage to the car, which caught fire upon impact.

Police said the body of a person was found in the vehicle after the fire was extinguished.

A man believed to be in his 20s was found injured at the scene.

Another man, who police said had fled the scene, was found seriously injured in the front yard of a nearby home.

Victoria Police said detectives are following up reports the vehicle was seen travelling at speed prior to the crash.

Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are expected to be at the scene for most of this morning.

Police have asked anyone who witnessed the crash or has dash cam footage to contact CrimeStoppers on 1800 333 000.