A 36-year-old man has died after a car crashed into a tree in the Cotswolds this morning (Saturday, September 5). Emergency services responded to reports of a collision near Mickleton at around 7.30am.
The Ford C-Max was found to have left the road and struck a tree on Bakers Hill, between Mickleton and Hidcote, Gloucestershire Live reports.
Man pronounced dead at the scene
A spokesperson for Gloucestershire Constabulary said the man, from the Stratford area, was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.
Road closures remain in place on Bakers Hill while collision investigators examine the scene.
Appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage
Officers are appealing for anyone who witnessed the collision or has relevant dashcam footage to come forward. Information can be submitted via an online form, quoting reference 53260076805.
