A quiet afternoon at a Waitrose supermarket turned to tragedy when a multi-vehicle collision in the car park claimed the life of a woman in her seventies.
The incident, which involved four vehicles, occurred at the Waitrose store on Twin Bridges Roundabout in Bracknell, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Emergency Response
Thames Valley Police and South Central Ambulance Service rushed to the scene following multiple emergency calls. Despite the efforts of paramedics, the woman was pronounced dead at the location.
Police have confirmed they are investigating the exact circumstances that led to the devastating collision in what should have been a safe shopping environment.
Community in Mourning
The fatal crash has left residents of the Berkshire town reeling, with many expressing their shock and condolences on social media. The Waitrose car park, typically filled with shoppers going about their daily routines, became the site of a major police investigation.
Local authorities have emphasised the importance of road safety in all environments, including supermarket car parks where pedestrians and vehicles frequently mix.
Ongoing Investigation
Thames Valley Police have launched a comprehensive investigation into the collision and are appealing for witnesses to come forward. The force has urged anyone with information or dashcam footage from the area around the time of the incident to contact them immediately.
The supermarket chain has expressed its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the deceased and is cooperating fully with the police investigation.
