Man dies and another arrested after car crashes into tree

A 35-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene

Author: Dan DaviesPublished 11th Jun 2024

A man has died after a car crashed into a tree in Newton-le-Willows.

At around 10:30pm on Monday 10 June, police were called to reports a white Ford Kuga had been travelling along Southworth Road in the direction of Church Street when it left the road and collided with a tree close to the junction of Mere Road.

A 35-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene.

His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers, Merseyside Police said.

A second man, in his 30s, was also injured.

It is not thought any other vehicles were involved.

A 35-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving while unfit through drink or drugs. He remains in custody.

Road closures stayed in place in the area throughout Monday night and into Tuesday as investigation work took place.

Detective Sergeant Andy Roper from the Matrix Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “Our thoughts and condolences are with the family and friends of the man who sadly passed away.

“Enquiries are in the very early stages as we seek to establish what has taken place and we were appealing for any motorists who were driving in the area of Southworth Road who think they captured anything on their dash cam to contact us.

“Investigation work is ongoing and I would like to thank motorists and those living locally for their patience while this important work is being carried out.”

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