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Fatal road traffic collision in Castle Donnington

Posted on 10/08/2009

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Officers from Leicestershire Constabulary's Serious Collision Investigation Unit are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision in Castle Donnington.

The incident happened in the early hours of Saturday, August 8 on Station Road at the roundabout with Broad Rushes and involved one vehicle, a green Vauxhall Astra.

 The 27-year-old driver of the vehicle, Mr Stephen Henshall, received fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

PC Alan Moore, the officer investigating the incident, said: “The vehicle was travelling in the direction of Castle Donnington and came to rest at the side of the road in a ditch. We are appealing for anyone who saw the vehicle prior to the incident to call us.

“We also want anyone who witnessed the incident to get in touch.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact PC 1387 Alan Moore from the Road Policing Unit on Leicester (0116) 222 2222, follow the instructions to leave a message for a police officer and when prompted key in the officer's identification number 1387.  Alternatively contact Crimestoppers, which is free* and anonymous on 0800 555 111.

* Please note, some mobile ‘phone service providers may charge for this call.