Witnesses sought to fatal collision – Atherstone

Officers are appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision in Atherstone.

It happened on Purley Chase Lane in Mancetter around 4.20pm on Sunday (11 June) and involved a blue Mercedes saloon, which is understood to have left the road and collided with a tree.

The driver – a man in his 30s – was removed from the car but pronounced deceased at the scene. His next of kin has been informed and they are being supported by specially trained officers.

Officers are keen to speak with anyone who saw the collision, the vehicle and the manner in which it was being driven prior to the collision, or who has dashcam footage of the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the force quoting incident number 300 of 11 June.

Issued: Laura Maltby, Corporate Communications