Child Seriously Injured in Three-Vehicle Crash Involving Tractor, Police Dog Van and Car Near Preston
A seven-year-old child has been seriously injured in a devastating three-vehicle crash involving a tractor, a Ford Fiesta, and a police dog unit van near Preston earlier today.
The incident occurred on Stubbins Lane, Claughton-on-Brock, at around 11:00am, prompting a large emergency response and temporary road closures in the area.
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Road Closures and Investigation
The road was closed between Garstang Road and Lodge Road, near both sides of the M6, for approximately two hours while emergency services managed the scene and conducted initial investigations.
Photographs from the crash scene show multiple emergency service vehicles and a heavy police presence.
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Appeal for Witnesses
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or who has dashcam footage to come forward:
Call 101, quoting log 0531 of 15 July 2025
A spokesperson for Lancashire Constabulary said:
“This was a traumatic incident for everyone involved, and our thoughts are with the young child and all those affected. We are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the collision.”
