Drink-drive suspect dies after A1 collision
Lincolnshire Police attended the scene at just before 4 o'clock yesterday
Last updated 9th Jun 2024
The driver of a lorry which was involved in a collision on the A1 yesterday has died.
Lincolnshire Police attended the scene yesterday afternoon (21st December) at about 4PM, following reports of a collision on the southbound carriageway.
The force say the HGV left the road, with the driver the only occupant in the vehicle.
They then arrested him on suspicion of being over the legal alcohol limit for driving, and was subsequently taken to Grantham Police Station.
Shortly after arriving, the driver was taken to hospital after becoming unwell, where he then passed away.
The A1 has now reopened following investigations by the emergency services.
His family have been informed and the incident has been referred to the IOPC, which is normal protocol.
If you have any information, or dashcam footage, Lincolnshire Police are appealing for information. If you can assist please contact 101 quoting incident 261 of 21 December 2022.