Man dies in crash on A303 near Shipton Bellinger

The road was closed for some time yesterday (Thursday 28th January)

Author: Jack DeeryPublished 29th Jan 2021
Last updated 29th Jan 2021

A man from Basingstoke has died after a crash involving a car and a van on the A303 westbound near Shipton Bellinger yesterday.

Officers were called to the incident at around 7:33 am after a collision involving a black Volkswagen Scirocco and a white Volkswagen Luton Van.

The driver of the car, a 29 year old man from Basingstoke, was pronounced dead at the scene.

His family have been informed and specialist officers are supporting them.

CAN YOU HELP?

Hampshire Police are conducting enquiries into the exact cause of the collision, but are hoping the public can help with their investigations.

They're asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident yesterday morning to get in touch.

Alternatively, if you have dash cam footage showing either of the vehicle's prior to the collision, the force would like to see that as well.

Anyone who may be able to help is being asked to call them on 101 with the reference number 44210032680.

You can also phone Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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