Four people, including a baby girl, have died following a crash on the A38 in Derby. The driver, a 33-year-old man, has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
Crash Details
Emergency services were called to the scene between the A50 Toyota Island and the A516 at about 11pm on July 25. A red Hyundai car carrying five people left the carriageway and crashed into trees.
Two women, aged 18 and 30, and a 36-year-old man were declared dead at the scene. A baby girl was taken to hospital, where she was pronounced dead a short while later. All four were passengers in the vehicle.
Victims and Arrest
The driver was taken to hospital with serious injuries and remains there. He has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. All those involved are from Leeds in West Yorkshire.
The road was closed for several hours while emergency services dealt with the incident but has since reopened. Relatives of those involved have been notified and are being supported by specialist officers. Derbyshire Police say their thoughts are with them at this most distressing time.
Police Appeal
Anyone who witnessed the crash is urged to come forward, quoting incident number 26*442464. The force would also like to hear from anyone with dash cam footage that may have captured the incident. Information can also be given anonymously to the independent charity CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website.
