Authorities are urging members of the public to come forward with any information following a severe road traffic collision that occurred over the weekend, leaving two individuals with life-threatening injuries. The incident took place at approximately 5:50 PM on Saturday on Thick Hollins Road in Meltham.
The collision involved a red Vauxhall Astra and unfolded as the vehicle, occupied by five individuals, was travelling from Holmfirth towards Meltham. While approaching a downhill bend to the right, the car is believed to have collided with a wall, subsequently flipping multiple times before finally coming to a stop on its wheels.
Trapped within the wreckage, the 19-year-old male driver and a 17-year-old male passenger seated in the rear sustained severe life-threatening injuries. Swift action was taken to transport them to a nearby hospital via air ambulance. The remaining three occupants were conveyed to the hospital by traditional ambulance services.
In an effort to gather more information about the incident, authorities are appealing to anyone who witnessed the collision or observed the manner in which the vehicle was being driven prior to the accident. Individuals with potential video footage or any related details are strongly encouraged to contact the West Yorkshire Police Roads Policing Unit. Reports can be made by dialling 101 or by visiting the official West Yorkshire Police website at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101livechat. When reaching out, please provide reference number 1543 of 17/6.
Authorities are hopeful that with the assistance of the community, valuable information can be obtained, shedding light on the circumstances surrounding this serious road traffic collision.
