Teenage driver in life-threatening condition after one-vehicle crash in Swindon

Police say the 17-year-old was flown to hospital after his car left the carriageway on a bend

The Ridgeway / Draycott Road
Author: Oliver MorganPublished 25th Jul 2023

A driver is in hospital in a life threatening condition after a one-vehicle crash in Swindon last night.

Police say the 17-year-old was flown to hospital after his car left the carriageway on a bend on The Ridgeway / Draycott Road and collided with a tree.

Another 17 year old suffered hand injuries, and she was taken to hospital - with three other occupants uninjured.

In a statement, Wiltshire Police said: "A driver was taken to hospital with life threatening injuries following a single vehicle collision in Swindon last night. (24/7)

"At approximately 11.20pm, a car left the carriageway on a bend on The Ridgeway/Draycott Road and collided with a tree in a ditch.

"The driver, a 17-year-old man, was flown to hospital in Bristol with life threatening injuries.

"The front seat passenger, a 17-year-old girl, suffered hand injuries and went to hospital in Swindon.

"Three other occupants of the vehicle were uninjured.

"No other vehicles were involved.

"Anyone who witnessed the collision or anyone who may have dash cam footage should call the Serious Collision Investigation team on 01225 694597 and quote number 54230077920.

"Alternatively, email SCIT@wiltshire.police.uk."

Hear all the latest news from across the UK on the hour, every hour, on Greatest Hits Radio on DAB, smartspeaker, at greatesthitsradio.co.uk, and on the Rayo app.