One dead and 11 hospitalised in smash near Cirencester as woman arrested

A woman has been arrested following a horror smash that left one dead and 11 in hopsital.

Four vehicles were involved in a road traffic collision on the B4425 between Cirencester and Burford at around 12.45pm on Friday (2 December).

The crash, which took place between the Coln St Aldwyns and Eastington turnings, involved a grey Mini Cooper, black Audi A3, grey Polestar 2 and a black Seat Leon.

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A man in his 50s, from Cirencester, was pronounced dead at the scene – whilst three others were rushed to specialist hospitals, including Southmead, with serious injuries.

Eight other people were taken to Gloucestershire Royal and Cheltenham General hospitals with less serious injuries.

An 18-year-old woman was subsequently arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. She was taken to hospital as a precaution before being transferred into police custody.

The B4425 and a number of surrounding roads remain closed while a collision investigation continues. Motorists are advised to find alternative routes.

Investigating officers would like to hear from anyone who has not already spoken to police and has information they feel may be relevant.

Anyone who has dashcam or CCTV footage which they believe would be relevant is also asked to make contact.

Information can be submitted to police online by completing the following form quoting incident 251 of 2 December.

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