URGENT UPDATE: Two pensioners tragically lost their lives in a serious collision on the B4380 in Buildwas at approximately 3:30 PM on December 27, 2023. The accident involved a silver Volvo XC60, which was traveling between the junction for Park View and the junction with the A4169 in Much Wenlock.
Emergency services arrived on the scene, but both a man and a woman, both in their 70s, were pronounced dead at the site of the crash. The impact of this tragic event has left the local community in shock, with thoughts and condolences pouring in for the victims’ families.
West Mercia Police are urgently appealing for witnesses to come forward. Sergeant Nathan Johnson stated,
“This was a tragic collision, and our thoughts are with the loved ones of those who have died. They are being supported by specialist officers.”
Authorities are particularly interested in hearing from anyone who may have witnessed the collision or from drivers who have dashcam footage from around the time of the incident. Those with information are urged to contact police via email at [email protected], quoting reference 0255_i of the December 27 incident.
The investigation is ongoing, and police have stressed the importance of community support in gathering information that may assist in understanding the circumstances surrounding this fatal crash. As this situation develops, further updates are expected.
Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available.
