Couple from Derby die in M6 crash in Lancashire
Police are now investigating the collision and appealing for witnesses
Last updated 13th Aug 2021
An investigation is underway in Lancashire, after a couple from Derby were killed in a crash on the M6 near Preston.
Emergency services were called out around 4pm yesterday (Thursday 12th August), to reports of a crash on the Northbound side of the carriageway.
The driver, a man in his 30s, and front seat passenger, a woman in her 20s, were pronounced dead at the scene.
The couple's next of kin have been informed.
Lancashire Police are now appealing for anyone who saw what happened to get in touch.
Sgt Craig Booth of Lancashire Police Tactical Operations team said: “These are very sad and tragic circumstances and my thoughts are with the couple's loved ones at this time.
“The vehicle involved has left the M6 Northbound carriageway and crashed into some adjacent woodland. While our investigation into the circumstances is very much ongoing there are not thought to be any other vehicles involved.
“I would ask anyone who witnessed the incident or has dash cam footage to please get in touch to help us with our enquiries.”