Man dies after crash on A6 near Garstang

A man in his 30s has died after a crash on the A6 near Garstang.

Police were called shortly before 4am yesterday (Tuesday, July 1), after a Volkswagen van driving towards Garstang crashed into a HGV tractor unit parked in a lay by off the A6 Preston Lancaster Road, near to the Flower Bowl Entertainment Centre.

The driver of the Volkswagen, a man in his 30s, suffered serious injuries and later died.

His next of kin have been informed.

The driver of the HGV suffered minor injuries.

The road was closed for some time and enquiries are ongoing into circumstances of the crash.

Police are appealing for anyone with information or footage such as CCTV or doorbell or dashcam footage to get in touch.

Detective sergeant Matt Davidson, of the police’s serious collision investigation unit, said: “This collision has sadly led to the death of a man and my thoughts are with his loved ones at this time.

‘’We are investigating the collision, and I would appeal to anyone who may be able to assist to get in touch.”

 Anyone who can help should contact police on 101 quoting log 0149 of July 1.

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