Crash near Dorchester leave man with life-threatening injuries
Two vehicles were involved in a collision on Westleaze, near Charminster
A man's been left with life-threatening injuries, following a two vehicle crash near Dorchester.
Police were called to Westleaze, near Charminster, at around 7.15am yesterday (Wednesday 24th May).
A blue Land Rover Discovery and a Royal Mail van were involved in the collision.
The Land Rover driver, a local man in his 20s, was taken to hospital by air ambulance with life-threatening injuries.
The van driver suffered minor injuries, but also went to hospital.
Police Sergeant Gareth Thomas, of the Roads Policing Team, said:
“An investigation is underway and I would ask anyone who witnessed the collision, or manner of driving of either vehicle in the moments leading up to it, to please get in touch.
“Also, I would ask motorists who were travelling in the area with a dashcam fitted to their vehicle to please check for any footage to help my enquiries.
“Finally, I would like to thank the public for their patience and understanding during the road closure.”
If you can help with any information, you can contact Dorset Police 101, or email [email protected], quoting reference number 55230079490.
You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.