A devastating smash on the Nottinghamshire-Derbyshire border has claimed the lives of two women and left a nine-year-old boy with life-changing injuries. An 18-year-old teen was arrested at the scene on suspicion of dangerous driving.
Fatal Collision Early This Morning
The crash happened just after 6am in Pleasley. A Vauxhall Meriva collided with a Suzuki Alto, leaving chaos in its wake. Two women, both passengers in the Suzuki, died instantly despite frantic attempts to save them.
The boy, also in the Suzuki, suffered critical injuries and was rushed to hospital. Meanwhile, three men in the Vauxhall were injured, two seriously, with at least one requiring hospital treatment.
Teen Arrested on Suspicion of Dangerous Driving
Police detained an 18-year-old at the scene on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Derbyshire Constabulary is now hunting witnesses to piece together the moments leading up to the tragic crash.
“If you can help with Derbyshire police’s investigation, contact them quoting the reference 25000694201,” the force said.
Search for Witnesses and Answers
- Crash involved Vauxhall Meriva & Suzuki Alto
- Two women died on impact
- Nine-year-old boy has life-changing injuries
- Three men in the Vauxhall also injured
- 18-year-old teen arrested for dangerous driving
Authorities are urging anyone who saw the collision or has dashcam footage to come forward and help with their inquiry.
