Four Teens and Woman Seriously Injured in Blackpool Crash on Christmas Night
Police are hunting for witnesses and any dashcam footage after a terrifying crash left four teenagers and a woman badly hurt in Blackpool on Christmas Day.
Mercedes Crashes Into Wall After Leaving Road
Officers rushed to Common Edge Road at 10.27pm after reports a Mercedes CLA 220, travelling from St Annes, had smashed through a wall. The car had left the carriageway in a frightening collision.
Teens and Woman Suffer Serious Injuries
The crash seriously injured three boys aged 13, 15, and 17, a 17-year-old girl, and a woman in her 30s. All were rushed to hospital. Thankfully, police say their injuries are not currently believed to be life-threatening.
Driver Arrested on Dangerous Driving and Drink Charges
A 42-year-old man from St Annes has been arrested over the incident. He faces charges of causing serious injury by dangerous driving, driving under the influence, and failing to provide a specimen for analysis. He remains in custody.
Sgt Paul McCurrie, Road Policing Unit: “This collision has left several people with very serious injuries. Thankfully, those injuries don’t appear to be life-threatening at this time.”
“Our investigation is ongoing. We urge anyone who saw what happened or has CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage to get in touch immediately.”
Witnesses are urged to email [email protected] or call 101, quoting log 987 of 25th December 2023.
