Man in his 60s dies after car leaves road and hits hedgerow in Forton
A man has died following a collision in Forton, police have confirmed.
Emergency services were called to a single-vehicle crash on Coronation Avenue, at the junction with School Lane, at around 9.50am today.
Despite the best efforts of medical personnel, the driver - a man in his 60s - was pronounced dead at the scene.
An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision is now under way.
Detective Sergeant Matt Davidson, of Lancashire Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “My thoughts are very much with the driver’s family and loved ones at this distressing time.
“As we investigate the collision, we are asking for any witnesses who have not yet spoken to our officers, to come forward.
“If you were driving in the area and saw the collision then please get in touch.
"We would also benefit from speaking to anyone who saw the black Ford Kuga on School Lane or the A6 prior to the collision. If you have dashcam footage or CCTV that may assist the investigation, we would like to hear from you.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting log 0319 of January 23, or email [email protected].