Fatal Crash Shuts Road Between Yarnbrook and Heywood

Emergency crews rushed to a horror crash on the road between Yarnbrook and Heywood at around 9.20pm yesterday (April 4).

A Range Rover and a Nissan X-Trail slammed into each other, with tragic consequences.

Driver in 60s Dies at Scene

Sadly, the Nissan’s driver, a man in his 60s, was pronounced dead at the scene. Next of kin have been informed. Our thoughts go out to the family during this heartbreaking time.

The road remains closed as police continue probing the collision.

Wiltshire Police Seek Witnesses and Dash Cam Footage

Wiltshire Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit is handling enquiries and is urging anyone with information to come forward.

  • Did you see the vehicles before the crash?
  • Have dash cam footage that might help?

Contact the unit on 01225 694597 quoting log number 292 of April 4. Alternatively, email [email protected] with the log number and date in the subject line.

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