Police seek witnesses after fatal collision near Andover

76-year-old passenger dies following serious two-car crash

Author: Maisie NorrisPublished 31st Aug 2026
Last updated 31st Aug 2026

Authorities are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage related to a fatal collision south of Andover on the A3057 that occurred on 29th August.

The incident, reported around 5.45pm, involved a light-coloured Fiat Punto and a dark-coloured Toyota Land Cruiser travelling in opposite directions between the A303 junction and Cowdown Lane.

Despite emergency responders' efforts, a 76-year-old woman passenger was taken to hospital with serious injuries and later died.

An 80-year-old man suffered life-threatening injuries and remains hospitalised.

Enquiries are underway to determine the full circumstances surrounding the collision.

Police are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the crash or the moments leading up to it, especially those who saw either vehicle in the vicinity beforehand.

They are also seeking dashcam footage that might show the vehicles before the incident.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call 101, quoting reference number 44260422133, or to report details online.

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