Weymouth woman, 62, dies and two seriously injured in Bere Regis crash

Four vehicles were involved in the collision

Author: Maria GreenwoodPublished 20th Sep 2022

Police have launched an investigation into a fatal car crash in Bere Regis.

Just after 5pm on Sunday (18 September) officers went to the incident at Rye Hill involving a blue Mazda MX5, a silver Ford C Max, a white Suzuki Ignis and a blue Honda Civic.

The passenger of the Suzuki – a 62-year-old woman from the Weymouth area – died at the scene. Her family have been told.

A 49-year-old man from Poole and a 37-year-old woman from Yeovil sustained serious injuries with one being airlifted to hospital.

Police appeal

Police Sergeant Mike Gatfield, of the traffic unit, said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those involved at this difficult time.

“A thorough investigation is taking place to establish the circumstances of the collision. I am appealing for any witnesses to the collision, who have not yet spoken with officers, or anyone that might have relevant dashcam footage to contact Dorset Police."

How to contact Dorset Police

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online, via email at scit@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55220152890. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.

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