Woman in her 70s critically injured after shocking HGV collision in Waitrose car park!
Serious Crash on Cheap Street
Dorset Police rushed to the scene at 12:08pm on Thursday, 29 October 2020, after an 18-tonne HGV struck a pedestrian in the Waitrose car park on Cheap Street.
Victim Airlifted to Hospital
The pedestrian, a woman in her 70s from Sturminster Newton, was rushed to Southmead Hospital in Bristol. Her injuries are believed to be life-changing, police confirmed.
Police Urge Witnesses to Come Forward
PC Donal Doyle from the traffic unit said: “We are investigating the full circumstances. Anyone who was in the car park at the time and has dashcam footage is urged to check and share it with us.”
He added: “Thanks to the public for their patience during road closures required for emergency services and scene examinations.”
How You Can Help
If you have information, contact Dorset Police:
- 123 at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call Freephone 0800 555 111.
