Two men have died and two more are in hospital with serious injuries following a collision in Goostrey, Cheshire, on Tuesday afternoon. Cheshire Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident.
What happened
Emergency services were called to a collision on Station Road, Goostrey, at 3.03pm on Tuesday, November 3, involving a grey Renault Trafic van, which is reported to have left the carriageway.
A 52-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene, while a 53-year-old man was taken to hospital where he later died as a result of his injuries.
Injuries and response
Two other men, aged 49 and 48, were also taken to hospital with serious injuries, which are not believed to be life-threatening at this time, Cheshire Police confirmed in an update on Tuesday afternoon.
The police added that the next of kin of those involved have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.
Appeal for information
Detective Sergeant Amy Hollis, of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: "This is a tragic incident, and our thoughts remain with the families and loved ones of those affected.
"We are continuing to work to establish exactly what happened and would appeal to anyone who witnessed the collision, saw the vehicle involved in the moments leading up to it, or has dashcam footage that could assist our investigation, to get in touch with us."
Anyone with information is asked to contact Cheshire Police on 101, or via the Cheshire Police website, quoting incident number IML2451309.
