Man Arrested After Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Swindon
A man has been arrested following a deadly collision with a pedestrian on Upham Road, Swindon, tonight.
Tragic Accident at Upham Road and South View Avenue
At around 5:40 PM, Wiltshire Police rushed to the scene after receiving reports of a vehicle hitting a pedestrian near the junction of Upham Road and South View Avenue. Sadly, the victim — a man in his 50s — was pronounced dead at the scene.
His grieving family have been informed and are receiving support from specially trained officers.
Driver in His 30s Held for Questioning
The driver, a man in his 30s, was arrested at the scene and taken into custody for questioning. Upham Road remains closed as police conduct a full investigation.
Detective Superintendent Charlotte Tucker said: “This is a tragic incident where a man has lost his life in a collision with a vehicle. Our thoughts are with his family at this devastating time. A thorough investigation is now underway, and we have made an arrest. Expect to see an increased police presence in the area for reassurance. If you have any concerns, please speak to one of our officers.”
Police Appeal for Witnesses and Footage
Wiltshire Police are urgently asking anyone who witnessed the crash or has CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward. Contact the Serious Collision Investigation Team on 01225 694597, quoting log 268 of today’s date, or email [email protected].
