Tragic A303 Crash Claims Three Lives in Multi-Vehicle Pile-Up
Police were called just after 8.40am on 25 August following a horrific collision involving a Vauxhall Astra, a Mercedes food delivery van, an HGV, and a DAF recovery truck on the A303. Three people died at the scene: Alex Britton, 28, from Portsmouth; Tina Ince, 58, from Southampton; and Tom Watson, 30, also from Southampton. All were in separate vehicles.
Heartbreaking Tributes to the Victims
Alex Britton’s family described her as “beautiful inside and out” and a “wonderful mother.” They revealed she leaves behind two young daughters and a fiancé she was set to marry next February.
“We are all devastated by what has happened. Our heartfelt sympathies go to the families of the two kind drivers who tried to help her on the A303, who also lost their lives. Words aren’t enough.”
Tina Ince’s loved ones praised her as a “kind and generous person with a heart of gold” who “lived as she died: helping people.”
Tom Watson’s family called him a “kind-hearted, generous man” devoted to his family and friends. He loved his job as a recovery driver—something he often chatted about with his best friend in the same industry.
“We are absolutely devastated that he has been taken from us. We will all miss him terribly. He will forever be in our hearts until we meet again.”
Investigation Underway – Driver Arrested
The HGV driver involved, a 38-year-old man from Donnington, Shropshire, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and causing death by dangerous driving. He has since been released under investigation while inquiries continue.
Police are urging anyone with information to come forward. Call 101 or report online quoting reference number 44210338980.
