Shortly before 11pm on Friday (1st December) emergency services responded to reports of a serious road traffic collision on Main Street in Swallownest
It’s reported that a white Transit van collided with a white Iveco van, that had a cherry picker loaded on the rear.
A 42-year-old man was taken to hospital where his injuries are believed to be life threatening. He is currently still being treated in hospital.
A 30-year-old man was also taken to hospital, but has since been discharged as his injuries are not life threatening or life changing.
A 23-year-old man was arrested for driving while unfit through drink or drugs. He has been released on police bail pending further enquiries.
Police are now asking for anyone with information to assist with the inquiry.
You can pass information to police via our live chat, online portal or by calling 101. Please quote incident number 1020 of 1 December 2023 when you get in touch. Alternatively, you can stay anonymous and pass on what you know by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers. Call their UK Contact Centre on freephone 0800 555 111 or complete a simple and secure anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org
