A tragic accident occurred in the early hours of January 9th, involving two heavy goods vehicles and a red Toyota Yaris on the A420 between Watchfield and Faringdon. The collision happened shortly after 12:50 am, prompting a response from emergency services to investigate and provide aid to those involved.
Sadly, the male driver of the Toyota Yaris, a man in his 70s, passed away at the scene due to the severity of his injuries. This devastating loss has deeply impacted the community. The drivers of the two heavy goods vehicles were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, but initial reports indicate their injuries are not life-threatening.
The accident was particularly harrowing, with one lorry jack-knifing into another stationary lorry, escalating the crash’s brutality. This chain of events has led to an ongoing police investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Sergeant Tony Jenkins, from the Roads Policing Unit, is leading the investigation. Offering his condolences, he stated, “First and foremost, our thoughts are with the family of the man who has tragically died in this collision.” He added that the man’s family is being supported by specially trained liaison officers during this difficult time.
Authorities are appealing to the public for assistance in their investigation. They are particularly keen to hear from potential eyewitnesses or anyone with dash-cam footage of the incident. Sgt. Jenkins emphasized, “If you were driving in the area at the time of the collision and have any information that can assist this investigation, please get in touch with us. If you have dash-cam footage, we urge you to check it and share it with us.”
Those with relevant information are encouraged to report it online or by calling 101, quoting reference number 43240011641.
Due to the crash’s severity, the A420 was closed for several hours to allow authorities to recover the vehicles and begin their investigation. The road remains closed for necessary resurfacing work, with an expected reopening later this evening. In the meantime, drivers are advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes to minimize disruptions and ensure safety.
For those navigating local roads during this time, you may find services related to transport and taxis in the area via our business directory.
This tragic event is a poignant reminder of the importance of road safety and vigilance, particularly on major routes.
