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Fatal A38 Crash Claims Van Driver's Life
21 Jul
Summary
- A three-vehicle collision occurred on the A38 near Buckfastleigh.
- The driver of a white Vauxhall van died at the scene.
- The road closure lasted until early Tuesday morning.
A serious three-vehicle accident on the A38 in Devon resulted in a fatality. The collision, which took place on Monday morning around 09:30 BST, involved a white Vauxhall van, a green DAF goods vehicle, and a red Ford hatchback car. The incident occurred on the Plymouth-bound carriageway near Buckfastleigh.
The driver of the Vauxhall van, identified as a man in his 50s from Ivybridge, was pronounced dead at the scene. Emergency services attended the location to manage the aftermath of the crash.
Following the collision, a significant road closure was implemented. The A38 was shut between the junctions for Buckfastleigh and Dean for extensive investigative work by police. The closure remained in effect until approximately 01:15 on Tuesday. Authorities are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage related to the incident to come forward.
