Police appeal for witnesses after East Rudham collision leaves man critically injured

Pedestrian in his 20s sustained life-threatening injuries on A148 Fakenham Road

Northamptonshire Police
Author: Kseniia Yakutina Published 20th Oct 2026

Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision near East Rudham, where a pedestrian was critically injured.

The incident occurred at 9.15pm on Monday 19th October on the A148 Fakenham Road and involved a pedestrian and a lorry.

The pedestrian, a man in his 20s, suffered life-threatening injuries and was initially taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital before being transferred to Addenbrooke’s Hospital for further treatment.

The road was closed while emergency services attended the scene and reopened at approximately 6.30am.

Officers are keen to speak to anyone who witnessed the collision or possesses relevant dashcam footage.

Information can be reported online via Norfolk Police's website or by calling 101. Alternatively, reports can be made anonymously to Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111 or via their online form.

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