One dead and four hurt in city horror smash

Police are investigating after a man died and four others were injured in a two-car crash in Coventry.[1] The tragedy happened in Firefly Road at around 10.15pm last night (January 13). A 33-year-old man, driving a white Seat Leon Cupra, was sadly killed in the crash. He was announced dead at the scene.

His next of kin are being supported by specialist officers. A passenger in the car, a man in his 30s, was treated by paramedics at the scene before being taken to hospital with injuries not believed to be life-changing. No ads, unlimited articles & more with BirminghamLive Premium.

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12 MONTHS FOR GBP12[3] Three people from a second car, a blue Citroen C3, suffered serious injuries. Though thankfully those injuries were not believed to be life-threatening.

The driver, a man in his 50s, and two women passengers in their 60s, remain in hospital today in a stable condition. Police have spoken to witnesses and officers are reviewing CCTV from around the area to establish exactly what happened. A West Midlands Police[4] spokesperson said: "We'd ask anyone who was driving on, or near, Firefly Road last night to check their dashcam as it may offer vital details about the collision.

If you can help, please contact our Serious Collision Investigation Unit by emailing [email protected][5], messaging us on Live Chat or calling 101 quoting log 4130 of 13 January. "Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Tell us what you know, not who you are."

References

1. ^ Coventry. (www.birminghammail.co.uk)
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4. ^ West Midlands Police (www.birminghammail.co.uk)
5. ^ [email protected] (www.birminghammail.co.uk)