Man arrested for dangerous driving after Chippenham crash

Range Rover driver taken into custody following collision

Author: Adam ClarkPublished 27th May 2026

A man has been arrested after a car crash on Hardenhuish Lane in Chippenham today.

The incident occurred shortly before midday when a Range Rover collided with a Volkswagen estate after failing to stop for officers a few minutes earlier.

A 38-year-old man driving the Range Rover was taken into custody on suspicion of dangerous driving, drink driving, failing to stop for police, and domestic-related offences.

No one sustained serious injuries in the crash.

The road was initially closed to allow vehicle recovery but has since reopened.

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