POLICE are investigating a serious collision between a car and a lorry on the A420 at Tog Hill.

Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after 11am on Thursday, July 24.

A blue Volvo XC90 with five occupants was involved in a collision with a red Scania tipper truck at the A420 crossroads with Freezinghill Lane and Gorse Lane.

One of the five occupants of the car is in hospital with injuries currently described as potentially life-threatening. The four others’ injuries are not currently believed to be either life-threatening or life-changing. All are understood to be adults, and their immediate next of kin are aware.

The truck driver also required medical attention for an injury not currently described as either life-threatening or life-changing.

  • The A420 remains closed between its junction with Bath Road at Wick and the A46 Cold Ashton roundabout.
  • Freezinghill Lane is also closed between Bath Road and the A420.
  • Gorse Lane is closed between the A420 and the A46.

Collision investigation continues and specialist recovery will be needed for the lorry which has overturned and shed its load.

Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes due to ongoing road closures in the area.

Police are appealing for anyone who was travelling in the vicinity at the time and may have journey-cam footage or other relevant information to assist with their investigation.

Those who can help are asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 5225208754.