Heartbreaking Crash: Woman Dies as Tree Falls on Car in Dorset
Dorset Police were called to a tragic scene at 8.41am on Saturday, 2 November 2019. A grey Ford B-Max was involved in a collision after a tree fell onto the car on Verwood Road, between the Alderholt turning and the A31.
Sadly, the driver — a local woman in her 60s — was pronounced dead at the scene. Her next of kin have been informed.
Road Closed As Emergency Services Work
The road remains closed while emergency teams respond. Police Sergeant Lee Savage from the traffic unit said:
“We have specially-trained officers supporting the family at this difficult time.”
He added:
“To help with the investigation, we are appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time and witnessed the collision, or has dashcam footage of the incident, to get in touch.”
Police Ask Witnesses to Come Forward
- If you saw anything or have footage, contact Dorset Police online at www.dorset.police.uk
- Email evidence to [email protected]
- Call 101 quoting incident number 2:144
Sgt Savage thanked drivers for their patience during the road closure, saying it is essential to keep emergency crews safe.
