Woman dies after Melksham collision
A second woman's fighting for her life in hospital
Last updated 3rd Oct 2025
A woman who was struck by a van in a collision in Melksham has died in hospital.
79 year old Cheryl Decarteret passed away on Thursday (2nd October) from injuries sustained in the crash last Saturday lunchtim at Lowbourne.
A second woman in her 70s remains in hospital, fighting for her life.
A 25 year old man - from the local area - remains on bail say Wiltshire Police.
DC Leigh Mayhew from the Serious Collision Investigation Team said, "This is a desperately sad update and our thoughts are with Cheryl’s family at this time.
"Our investigation into the collision is continuing and we remain really keen to hear from anyone who may have captured CCTV or Dash Cam footage of the incident or the lead up to it.
"Any small piece of footage could be vital to allow us to progress our enquiries.
"I would also appeal to any witnesses we haven’t spoken to, to get in touch."