A man has died and five others were seriously injured in a horrific three-car smash in Hampshire at the weekend.
Fatal Crash Shocks New Alresford Area
The deadly pile-up occurred just before 12:44pm on Saturday, December 27, on the road between Bishop’s Sutton and Whitehill Lane. The crash involved a Chevrolet Captiva, Ford Mondeo, and Honda Civic.
Despite lifesaving efforts by emergency crews and quick-thinking passers-by giving first aid, a 34-year-old man from Chichester was pronounced dead at the scene. His family have been informed and are receiving specialist support.
Five Others Hospitalised, Two in Critical Condition
Five victims were rushed to Southampton General Hospital by land and air ambulances. Two remain in life-threatening condition: a man in his 70s and a woman in her 60s.
Three others – a woman in her 30s, a man in his 30s, and a five-year-old boy – sustained serious injuries but are now stable.
Police Call for Witnesses Amid Ongoing Probe
“I want to thank the members of public who provided first aid at the scene. Even for experienced emergency service professionals, it was a complex scene to be confronted with,” said Sergeant Spencer Wragg of the Hampshire Roads Policing Unit.
“Our officers were supported by fire and ambulance colleagues, including air ambulances, so I would also like to thank them for their assistance.
“We are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the collision, so I would ask that anyone who witnessed the incident, or saw any of the vehicles just prior to the crash, to please get in touch.”
Anyone with information or dashcam footage is urged to contact Hampshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 44250580645, or report online at https://orlo.uk/VOB1g.
