Driver ‘falls asleep at the wheel’ and causes crash on A31

A 4×4 was hit by another vehicle on the A31 westbound by Castle Malwood Hill on Monday afternoon during the evening rush hour. 

Police rushed to the scene and quickly put a lane closure in place as they dealt with the incident. 

A spokesman for the Hampshire Police Roads Unit said: “The innocent driver of this 4×4 was struck by a motorist on the A31, who fell asleep at the wheel. 

“Thankfully no one was injured. Please, pull over and take a rest when driving if you feel tired. It’s not worth the risk.” 

A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said they were called to the crash just before 5pm. 

And, that no injuries were reported and no arrests made.