Man dies in Christmas Eve crash on the A14
Northamptonshire Police say the car he was in hit a tree and caught fire
Last updated 2nd Jan 2025
A man has died in a crash on the A14 in Northamptonshire on Christmas Eve.
Police say the car he was in, a Toyota Yaris, left the road on the westbound carriageway near to Titchmarsh and Junction 13, before hitting a tree and catching fire.
The man in the car, in his 50s, died at the scene. His next of kin are being supported by officers.
The westbound carriageway was closed for nearly eight hours while recovery and investigations took place, with an appeal for witnesses now 'urgently' underway.
DS Sebastian Greschner, from the Force’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “This was a very tragic incident, particularly at this time of year and our thoughts are with the family.
"We are still trying to determine the exact circumstances leading to the collision. The A14 was not especially busy at the time of the collision, but we are hoping to find more witnesses who can come forward.
"Anyone with information is asked to contact Northamptonshire Police on 101, quoting incident 379 of 24/12/2024 or alternatively email [email protected].”