UPDATE: Two women tragically lost their lives in a devastating crash in Pleasley, Derbyshire, early this morning. The crash occurred at approximately 6:20 AM on November 27, 2023, involving a Vauxhall Meriva and a Suzuki Alto on Common Lane, near Mansfield.
Authorities confirm that the driver of the Suzuki, 26-year-old Amie Pearson, and her passenger, 29-year-old Chelsea Carlisle, were pronounced dead at the scene.
“Their families are aware and our thoughts remain with them,”
stated a spokesperson for Derbyshire Police.
In a heartbreaking turn, a 9-year-old boy who was in the Suzuki suffered serious, life-changing injuries and is currently hospitalized. The three men in the Vauxhall also sustained injuries, with two reported to be serious. An 18-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and is receiving treatment at a hospital for his injuries.
This tragic incident underscores the urgent need for road safety and awareness. Witnesses or anyone with additional information about the collision are urged to contact Derbyshire Police at 101, quoting reference 25000694201.
As the investigation unfolds, communities are mourning the loss of Pearson and Carlisle, reflecting the profound impact this incident has on families and loved ones. Authorities continue to assess the situation and provide updates as more details emerge.
Stay tuned for further developments in this urgent story as it unfolds.
