Man injured, and arrested, following Weymouth crash

Two vehicles were involved in a collision at the Wessex roundabout

Author: Faye TryhornPublished 12th Nov 2022

A man's been seriously injured, and subsequently arrested, following a crash in Weymouth.

A white Nissan and a grey Mercedes were involved in a collision on the Wessex roundabout at Radipole Lane, just before 7.50am yesterday morning (Friday 11th November).

The Nissan driver, a man in his 50s, was taken to hospital for injuries believed to be serious, but not life-threatening.

He was also arrested on suspicion of driving offences.

The Mercedes driver wasn't hurt.

PC Mike Golder, of Weymouth police, said:

“We are carrying out enquiries into the circumstances of this collision and I would urge any witnesses who have not already spoken to police to please contact us.

“I would also like to urge anyone who was driving in the area who has dashcam fitted to please check their footage to see if they have captured the collision or the vehicles involved in the moments leading up to it.

“Finally, I would like to thank members of the public for their patience and understanding while the road closures were in place.”

If you can help with any information, you're asked to contact Dorset Police on 101, quoting reference number 55220183339.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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