A pregnant woman in her 30s and her unborn baby have died following a two-vehicle collision in Wiltshire. Police confirmed the woman was pronounced dead at the scene on Countess Road in Amesbury on Thursday evening.
Crash on Countess Road
Emergency services were called to Countess Road at around 8pm following reports of a crash involving a Toyota Aygo and a Volkswagen Polo. The pregnant woman, who was travelling in the Toyota, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene despite the efforts of paramedics.
The driver of the Toyota, a man in his 30s, sustained minor injuries. The occupants of the second car were not injured, according to Wiltshire Police.
Police response and condolences
Wiltshire Police has released a statement offering condolences to the victim's family. Roads Policing Unit Insp Neil Duffin said: "Firstly, I would like to express my sincere condolences to the family involved. Every collision which results in the loss of a life is devastating, but this incident was particularly tragic. The family are being supported by specialist trained officers at this time."
"Emergency services did everything they could at the scene, and I know those who attended will be deeply affected – they will be provided with the necessary welfare support."
Road reopened and appeal for witnesses
The road was closed overnight while enquiries were carried out at the scene and has now reopened. Anyone who witnessed the collision or may have dash cam footage is asked to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Team on SCIT@wiltshire.police.uk and quote reference 54260113613.
