80s Gran Hurt in Car Crash with Skip Lorry in Berry Brow

A silver Chevrolet Matiz and a blue Iveco skip wagon collided yesterday afternoon on Woodhead Road, Berry Brow, near the Carriage Drive junction.

Serious Injuries but No Life Threat

The Matiz driver, an 85-year-old woman, suffered serious injuries. Thankfully, her condition is not believed to be life-threatening. She was rushed to hospital for treatment.

Skip Lorry Driver Escapes with Minor Injury

The 51-year-old driver of the skip wagon sustained only a minor injury that didn’t require hospital care.

Witnesses Urged to Come Forward

Police want anyone who saw the crash or has dashcam footage to get in touch. Call PC 862 Hawkins at Western Area Roads Policing on 101, quoting log 1056 of 3 November.

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