Emergency services responded to a two‑vehicle collision on Ribblesford Road in Worcestershire on Friday morning that left a man in his 20s dead and the other driver seriously injured, West Mercia Police said.
What happened
The force said officers were called to the scene between Bewdley and Stourport at about 10:25 BST. A man in his 20s was pronounced dead at the site. The driver of the other car, described as a man in his 40s, was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
Police appeal and evidence sought
Investigators have asked anyone with information to come forward. In particular, officers want to hear from people who saw two vehicles prior to the collision:
- a red Vauxhall Astra travelling towards Stourport
- a white Hilux 4x4 pick‑up travelling towards Bewdley
- anyone with dashcam footage that may show the vehicles or the moments leading up to the crash
Next steps in the inquiry
West Mercia Police have opened an investigation into the circumstances of the crash. Typical actions in such inquiries include scene examination, witness interviews and examination of available camera footage; the force has not released further details about possible causes. Family members of the man who died have been informed, the police said.
| Detail | Known information |
|---|---|
| Location | Ribblesford Road, between Bewdley and Stourport |
| Time called | About 10:25 BST on Friday |
| Casualties | One man in his 20s dead at scene; other driver, a man in his 40s, taken to hospital with serious injuries |
| Vehicles of interest | Red Vauxhall Astra; white Hilux 4x4 pick‑up |
Anyone with information, including dashcam footage, has been asked to contact West Mercia Police. The force is coordinating the inquiry and will release further details as they become available.
