In a tragic incident early this morning, a man in his 20s lost his life in a two-car collision on Main Road in Dibden, prompting police to appeal for witnesses.
Details of the Incident
The collision reported at 7.41 AM on 29 November, involved a silver Ford Fiesta and a blue Mercedes Sprinter van. The accident resulted in the death of the Ford Fiesta’s driver, a young man from Totton, at the scene.
Arrest and Investigation
The driver of the Mercedes, a 40-year-old man from Dibden Purlieu, was arrested on suspicion of drink and drug driving. He has been released but remains under investigation as the police continue to piece together the circumstances of the collision.
Appeal for Witnesses
The police are now appealing to the public for assistance. They urge anyone who witnessed the collision, saw either of the vehicles before the incident, or has relevant dashcam footage, to come forward. This information could be crucial in understanding the events leading up to the tragic accident.
How to Report Information
Witnesses or anyone with information is encouraged to contact the police by calling 101 or reporting online via the police website, quoting the reference number 44230487842. The appeal is part of the effort to gather as much evidence as possible to aid the ongoing investigation.
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