Teenager Dies in Horrific M275 Crash – Police Launch Witness Hunt

A 17-year-old boy has tragically died after a single-vehicle crash on the M275 in Portsmouth this morning.

Fatal Collision Shuts Down M275

Police shut the busy motorway just before 10am following the collision involving a blue Ford Focus. The teenager was the sole occupant of the vehicle and succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

Police Plead for Witnesses and Dash Cam Footage

Officers are scrambling to piece together exactly what caused the crash. They are urging anyone who was driving on the M275 around that time, or who may have captured the moments before the smash on dash cam, to come forward.

How to Help the Investigation

  • If you witnessed the crash or have relevant footage, call 101 quoting incident number 44200014162.
  • Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

The victim’s family have been informed and are receiving support from specialist officers.

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