Two Men Critical After Shocking A5 Smash Amid M1 Diversion
Two men are fighting for their lives following a serious two-vehicle crash on the A5 near Hockliffe late Thursday night, 5 December. Both victims suffered life-changing injuries, sparking a major police investigation.
Chaos on the A5: Black Mercedes Flips Over
Emergency crews rushed to the scene just after 10pm. A black Mercedes was found lying on its side after colliding with another vehicle. The smash happened during heavy congestion, as the A5 was jam-packed with motorists diverted from a closed M1.
Bedfordshire Police Launch Full Investigation
Specialist collision detectives from Bedfordshire Police have sealed off the area to piece together what caused this horror crash. The A5 was shut down for hours, with major diversions in place around Sheep Lane, Kelly’s Kitchen roundabout, Chalk Hill roundabout, and the Woburn Road junction.
A Bedfordshire Police spokesperson pleaded: “If you witnessed the crash or have dashcam footage, please come forward. Your help is crucial to understanding this tragic incident.”
Locals Warn A5 Not Fit for M1 Diversions
Residents are raising the alarm over the A5’s soaring traffic and dangerous speeds during M1 closures. One local fumed:
“The A5 isn’t built for this volume and speed of traffic. Something’s got to change before more disasters happen.”
How You Can Help
- Report any info or dashcam footage to Bedfordshire Police online, quoting reference 483 of 5 December.
- Use the police web chat via the green button at the bottom of their site.
- Provide tips anonymously via Crimestoppers.
Both men remain in critical condition as police continue their inquiry. Drivers are urged to follow diversion signs carefully and expect delays in the area.
