Man in 40s dies after crash in Kirkham
A 45-year-old woman from Stockport has been arrested
Last updated 13th Oct 2025
A man in his 40s has died after a crash in Kirkham on Saturday night (11th October).
Emergency crews were called to the junction of Dowbridge and Carr Lane, to reports of a single van collision.
A 45-year-old woman from Stockport has since been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving whilst impaired.
A Lancashire police spokesperson said, "Our officers were called to the junction of Dowbridge and Carr Lane, Kirkham at 11:01pm following reports of a single vehicle collision involving a White Peugeot Bipper van.
"Despite the best efforts of emergency services, a passenger, a man in his 40s, was taken to hospital and sadly pronounced deceased a short time later.
"The driver of the Peugeot Bipper has been arrested.
"A 45 year old woman from Stockport has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving whilst impaired through drink or drugs.
"She is currently in custody."
Sgt Thomas Cooper-Malley, a Senior Investigating Officer said, “This collision has sadly resulted in the loss of a man’s life, and my deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends during this incredibly difficult time. Specially trained officers are providing them with support.
“Our priority now is to determine exactly what happened. We ask the public to please allow us to carry out our investigation without speculation, particularly on social media, which can be harmful and misleading.
“While an arrest has been made, I want to stress that our enquiries are still very much ongoing.
“If you witnessed the incident or have any footage, whether from a dashcam, mobile phone, or CCTV, please get in touch as soon as possible.”
Anyone with information can call 101 or email [email protected] quoting log 1583 of 11th October 2025.