Tragic A272 Crash Near Winchester Claims Lives of Two Men
The families of two men killed in a collision on the A272 near Winchester have paid heartfelt tributes to their loved ones.
Fatal Crash Near Cheesefoot Head
Police were called just before 12:30pm on January 30 after a collision involving a black Ford Fiesta and a white Audi on the A272 near Cheesefoot Head.
The two men in the Fiesta were tragically pronounced dead at the scene. They have been named as Anthony Leech, 70, and Stephen Skilton, 61, both from Commonside, Winchester.
Heartbreaking Tributes from Loved Ones
Mr Leech’s family described him as “a loving brother and uncle, a friend to many and one of the world’s most genuine guys, tragically taken too soon.”
“A loving partner to Jackie. A loyal son, brother, uncle and friend,” said Mr Skilton’s family. “Stephen will be sadly missed by relatives, colleagues past and present, Army colleagues, friends and neighbours. He will be remembered for his honesty, consideration, and sense of humour. The world is a poorer place without him. He will be loved forever and always.”
Ongoing Investigations and Appeal for Witnesses
Specialist officers are supporting the families during this difficult time. Police continue to investigate the exact circumstances of the crash.
Officials are urging anyone who witnessed the collision or has information to contact Hampshire Police on 101, quoting reference 44200037998.