Police are appealing for witnesses following a harrowing incident on the M1 Northbound carriageway that resulted in a serious injury collision.
The incident occurred at approximately 5:18 am on Sunday, 28 May, when a silver Toyota Rav4 veered off the carriageway, crashing into trees along the nearside grass embankment near Woolley Edge services.
The vehicle’s driver, a 23-year-old man who was the sole occupant, suffered severe injuries in the crash. He was promptly transported to a nearby hospital, where medical professionals described his condition as critical but stable.
Authorities are now urging anyone who may have witnessed the collision or observed the movements of the vehicle leading up to the incident to come forward.
The Roads Policing Unit has requested that potential witnesses contact them at 101 or employ the 101LiveChat feature on the West Yorkshire Police website to provide their valuable accounts.
Additionally, individuals who possess any video footage that could potentially aid in the ongoing investigation are encouraged to get in touch with the authorities.
To assist the authorities in their inquiries, please reference log number 0399 of 28 May when providing any information related to the incident.
The police are determined to gather as much evidence as possible to shed light on the circumstances surrounding this distressing collision.
