Three killed in multi vehicle crash on A303 near Andover

The collision involved a food delivery van, a car, an HGV and a recovery truck

Author: Grace McGachyPublished 26th Aug 2021
Last updated 26th Aug 2021

Three people have died during a multi vehicle crash on the A303 near Andover.

Police were called shortly before 9am on Wednesday (25 August) following the collision involving a food delivery van, a car, an HGV and a recovery truck.

Three people all from separate vehicles were pronounced dead at the scene,

Their families have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

The HGV driver, a 38-year-old man from Donnington, Shropshire, was arrested on suspicion of driving a vehicle while unfit through drugs and causing death by dangerous driving.

He has been released under investigation while police enquiries continue.

Senior Investigating officer DC Cate Paling said:

"We are keen to speak with anyone who witnessed the collision, or the moments leading up to it, particularly anyone with dash cam footage.

"In the immediate moments after the collision, a small white car with a black roof passed the scene and we believe they may be an important witness who we wish to speak with.

"Anyone who can assist our enquiries should call 101, quoting the reference 44210338980."