Police appeal after fatal collision in Irchester

A woman in her 40s died at the scene of the incident on the A45

Author: Leo ChristianPublished 10th Jul 2025

Detectives investigating a fatal collision on the A45 near Irchester are appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage.

A woman in her 40s died at the scene of the crash.

A spokesperson for the force said:

"At around 5pm last night, Wednesday, July 9, Northamptonshire Police received a report of a vehicle in a ditch off the eastbound carriageway between the junctions for Claudius Way and Ditchford Road.

"Officers attended and located a black Ford Fiesta car.

"Sadly the driver, a woman in her 40s, was confirmed dead at the scene.

"Investigators would like to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the car leaving the road or who may have relevant CCTV or dash cam footage. "

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