Speeding Crash at Southsea Junction Sparks Furious Calls for Action
A nasty smash tore through a notorious Southsea crossroads in the early hours today. A car was written off after it collided with a flatbed scaffold lorry at the dangerous junction of Francis Avenue and Delamere Road.
Lorry Driver Flees Scene Amid Flying Scaffold Poles
The driver of the white SR Scaffolding lorry reportedly fled before emergency services arrived. Lib Dem councillor Lee Hunt, who leads local Speedwatch efforts, described the chaos: “It was a lucky escape for people as scaffold poles went flying through the air in the T-bone crash between van and car.”
Locals Demand Speed Limits Before Tragedy Strikes
Both Lee Hunt and fellow councillor Richard Adair have been campaigning hard, highlighting the dangers of this speeding hotspot. Adair revealed, “Locals at the scene said they want speed reduction measures put in place before someone gets killed.”
Call for Witnesses to Speak Up
Anyone with info or who saw the crash is urged to contact Portsmouth Police on 101. You can also report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Local councillors insist urgent action is needed to stop another smash at this deadly junction.
