Police investigations underway after fatal collision near Nantwich

It happened on Monday

Author: Trevor ThomasPublished 18th May 2023

Officers from Cheshire police are appealing for witnesses and video footage following a fatal collision near Nantwich.

Police were called to Wettenhall Road, Poole, near to the junction of Dairy Lane just before 9am on Monday, May 15.

The collision involved two cars, a white Volvo and a silver Audi TT Quattro.

A 47-year-old man from Crewe, driving the Audi, was taken to the Royal Stoke Hospital for emergency treatment. Sadly, despite the best efforts of all those involved, he has since passed away.

His next of kin are aware and they are being supported by specialist officers.

The driver of the Volvo, a 65-year-old local woman, was also injured, she was taken to Leighton Hospital and has since been discharged.

Enquiries in relation to the collision are ongoing and police are appealing to trace anyone who may have witnessed the collision or may have dashcam footage of the incident.

Inspector Steve Griffiths, of the Force's Serious and Complex Collision Investigation Unit, said:

"As part of our ongoing investigation, it is vital we speak to any witnesses who may have seen the lead up to the collision or the collision itself.

"We also ask anyone who lives in the area or was using Wettenhall Road that morning to check their CCTV or vehicle Dashcam for footage that may assist us.

"I urge anyone with any information – no matter how small – to get in touch.”

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