Fatal collision in Bracknell

Lorry driver dies in multi-vehicle collision on the Crowthorne Road

Author: Jonathan RichardsPublished 10th May 2021

A lorry driver has died in a six-vehicle collision in Bracknell this morning.

It happened at around 8am on the Crowthorne Road between Ringmead and South Hill Road.

Police say a 56-year-old man from Thatcham died at the scene.

No-one else was seriously hurt in the incident.

Investigating officer Sergeant Matt Cadmore of the Joint Operations Roads Policing Unit, based at Taplow, said:

“This collision occurred at a busy time of the day, and I am appealing to anybody who witnessed it to please make contact with police.

“I would also urge anybody who has dash-cam to please check this and contact us either on 101 or online, quoting reference number 43210199242.

“Tragically, a 56-year-old man died at the scene. His next of kin have been made aware and are being supported by specially trained officers at this time.

“Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this very difficult time.”

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