Investigation into multi-vehicle fatal collision on the A46
It happened shortly before 6pm on the south-west bound carriageway – towards the M1 – just before the Beaumont Leys/Anstey junction.
An investigation is continuing following a fatal collision that involved multiple vehicles on the A46 yesterday evening (Tuesday 17 February).
The incident happened shortly before 6pm on the south-west bound carriageway – towards the M1 – just before the Beaumont Leys/Anstey junction.
The collision involved a lorry, grey Land Rover Defender, black Kia Ceed, blue Volkswagen Sharan and a Volkswagen Transporter.
The driver of the Land Rover – a man in his 20s – was pronounced dead at the scene. A man in his 30s, who was a passenger in the Sharan, was taken to hospital and is continuing to receive treatment for life-threatening injuries.
The driver of the lorry – a 53-year-old man – has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and remains in custody.
The A46 has reopened northbound but the southbound carriageway between Birstall (A6) and Beaumont Leys (A5630) remains closed at this time.
Detective Sergeant Jack Cornick, from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU), said: “Our investigation to establish what happened is continuing and I’d like to speak to anyone who can help.
“I’m keen to speak to anyone who was travelling on either carriageway at the time and in particular, anyone with a dashcam. I’d also ask for anyone who witnessed the collision or who saw any of the vehicles involved beforehand to get in touch.
“Any information or footage you’re able to provide could assist with our ongoing enquiries.”