Teenager in life-threatening condition after two die in crash near Shifnal

Police say the incident involved a single car late on Friday night.

Author: PA Authors Published 17th Mar 2025

Two teenagers have died and a third is fighting for his life after a car crash in Shropshire.

A silver Audi A1 was involved in a collision near the town of Shifnal shortly before 11.15pm on Friday night, West Mercia Police said.

One of the occupants, an 18-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene in Offoxey Road in Tong.

A 17-year-old male has since died in hospital.

Another 17-year-old male who sustained life-threatening injuries remains in hospital in a critical condition, while a third 17-year-old male sustained life-changing injuries but is in a stable condition, the force said.

"Officers investigating the collision are continuing to appeal for anyone who may have information about the incident to get in touch," a police spokesperson said.

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