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Elderly Driver Dies in Shropshire Dual Carriageway Crash
12 Oct
Summary
- A woman in her 70s passed away following a collision.
- The crash occurred on the A41 near Hinstock, Shropshire.
- Police have arrested a man on suspicion of dangerous driving.
A fatal collision on the A41 near Hinstock, Shropshire, has resulted in the death of a woman in her 70s. The incident occurred around 18:00 BST on Friday when her red Alfa Romeo was involved in a crash with a white Mercedes. The collision took place close to the junction with Hatton Road.
Emergency services attended the scene, and the woman was transported to the hospital, where she later died. Two occupants of the Mercedes suffered minor injuries and were also taken to the hospital as a precautionary measure.
West Mercia Police have arrested a 43-year-old man in connection with the incident on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. He has since been released under investigation. Police are appealing for witnesses who may have seen the collision or either vehicle in the time leading up to the crash.
