Three people seriously injured following early-hours crash near St Austell
A stretch of the B3274 in the Carthew area is closed in both directions
Last updated 1st May 2022
Police have confirmed three people are have been seriously injured following a crash near St Austell.
Another, believed to be a man, left the scene of the collision in the Carthew area in the early hours of Sunday.
Officers say they may have also suffered serious injuries and it is vital they are found.
Firefighters and paramedics were also called just after 1.30am.
Inrix Traffic and Travel says the B3274 is closed in both directions between the junctions for Drummers Hill and the A391 (Single Rose Roundabout).
Devon and Cornwall Police have confirmed the closure and urged people to avoid the area.
The force said: "Three people have been seriously injured following a collision on the B3274 at Ruddlemoor in St Austell, which happened in the early hours of Sunday 1st May.
"Officers were informed of the collision just after 1.30am which involved one vehicle.
"Fire and ambulance crews were also called to the scene.
"Three people are seriously injured while another person, believed to be a man, left the scene and is currently outstanding".
MPS Tina Green of the Serious Collisions Investigation team said: "We are seeking the public’s support and assistance to identify the fourth person who left the scene.
"They may have suffered serious injuries, so it is vital that he is located. They will also play a key part in our ongoing enquiries.
“The road has currently been closed in both directions and will be closed for some time. We are advising the public to avoid the area.
“If you have any information, please contact the police on 999 quoting log number 0096 010522".
Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling freephone 0800 555111.