Arrest after BMW abandoned on Cricklade Road on Boxing Day

Wiltshire Police were called to Cricklade Road at around 3am on Boxing Day to find the black BMW, with no drivers or passengers inside, after it had crashed into the central reservation. A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of driving dangerously, failing to stop following an accident, and using a vehicle without insurance in connection with the collision. He has since been released under investigation.

A spokesperson for Wiltshire Police said: “As part of our enquiries we are keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the collision, as well as anyone with dash cam footage or CCTV which could assist.

“If you can help, please call 101 and quote crime reference number 54230136474.

“Alternatively, call CrimeStoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”