A man in his 40s has tragically died after a tree fell onto his van while he was driving on the A59 dual carriageway in Longton, Lancashire, this morning.
Emergency services were called to the scene at around 9 a.m. following reports of the incident. The man, who was driving a Citroen van, suffered serious injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Lancashire Police confirmed that his next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.
Police Statement
Detective Sergeant Matt Davidson, from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said:
Very sadly, this incident has resulted in the death of a man, and our thoughts are with his loved ones at this time.
Investigation
Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the incident, which occurred during a period of strong winds across the region. Police have not yet confirmed whether adverse weather conditions contributed to the tree falling.
Motorists traveling in the area faced temporary disruptions as emergency services worked at the scene.
Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any relevant information is urged to contact Lancashire Police to assist with the investigation.
This tragic event has left the community in mourning, with residents expressing condolences to the victim’s family during this difficult time.
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