Two men have died following a three-vehicle collision on the A386 between Hatherleigh and Folly Gate near Okehampton on Tuesday 19 May. Emergency services were called to the scene at around 1.50pm involving a silver BMW estate, a white Ford Transit van, and a white Citroen Relay Luton van.
Immediate Fatality
The 33-year-old BMW driver from Okehampton was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident caused serious injuries to the 74-year-old Ford Transit driver from Bude, who was rushed to Derriford Hospital.
Second Tragic Death
Tragically, the elderly van driver died of his injuries on Thursday 21 May. Police have informed his next of kin and continue to appeal for public assistance.
Injuries And Survivors
The Citroen Relay driver escaped unharmed. Authorities are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage to get in touch to support the ongoing investigation.
Police Appeal For Information
- Contact via Devon and Cornwall Police website or call 101
- Quote log 397 of 19/5/26
- All information and footage welcome to aid inquiries
