Horror Crash in Larkhill Leaves Taxi Passenger Fighting for Life
Head-On Smash at 3am
In the early hours, around 3am, two vehicles crashed head-on on The Packway, Larkhill, close to the garrison church of St Alban the Martyr. One of the vehicles involved was a private hire taxi.
Man in 30s Critically Injured
A male passenger in the taxi, aged in his 30s, suffered life-threatening injuries. He was rushed to Southampton General Hospital">Southampton General Hospital for emergency treatment.
Three Others Hurt but Stable
Three other men – aged 20s, 30s, and 40s – were taken to Salisbury District Hospital. Their injuries are believed to be minor.
Investigation Underway as Road Remains Closed
Police are conducting a full collision investigation. The road through Larkhill is expected to stay closed for several hours while enquiries continue.
Witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage are urged to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Team on 01225 694597, quoting log number 29 of today’s date.