Driver dies following Eastleigh crash
A car and a lorry were involved in the collision on Tuesday afternoon
Last updated 7th Jun 2022
A man has died following a collision between a HGV lorry and a car in Eastleigh.
The collision happened at around 12.13pm on Tuesday afternoon (June 7th) on Station Hill.
The road, and surrounding routes, was closed while police, ambulance and fire crews were called to the scene.
A 26-year-old man from Easteigh, the driver of the BMW car involved, was taken to Southampton General Hospital with serious, life-threatening injuries, where he passed away later in the day.
Hampshire Police said his family have been informed and are being supported by officers.
Sergeant Jon White said:
“We are currently carrying out our initial enquires to ascertain the exact circumstances which led to the tragic loss of a man’s life.
“We are keen to speak to anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident and may have dash-cam footage. Likewise, we would like to hear from any local businesses who may have relevant CCTV footage in the moments leading up to the incident.
“If you have any information regarding this incident, no matter how small or insignificant you believe it to be, please contact us as soon as possible as it could help aid our investigation.”
Anyone with information can make contact online or by calling 101 quoting 44220225028 or Operation Stature.