Dashcam footage needed after fatal collision in Bagworth

Tuesday, 23 January 2024 at 16:12

It was reported that a silver Ford EcoSport ST-Line had overturned.

A man in his 40s has died following a fatal collision in Bagworth and detectives are appealing for anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

Police were called to Barlestone Road, close to the junction with Bagworth Road, shortly before midnight on the 22 January.

It was reported that a silver Ford EcoSport ST-Line had overturned.

One of the occupants was treated at the scene but was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later.

Leicestershire Police, said: "A 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving a motor vehicle when alcohol level was above the limit. He has since been released under investigation."

Officers from the Serious Collision Unit (SCIU) want any motorists with dashcam footage or who witnessed the collision or saw the car beforehand to get in touch.

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